GM Releases 15-Passenger Safety Video

GM Released this video to highlight Stabilitrac, the electronic stability control feature in their new Chevrolet Express and GMC Savannah 12 and 15-passenger vans.

The video also talks about NHTSA’s recommendation to use seat belts, claiming that it will increase your chance of survival by 70% in a rollover situation.

Mark’s Analysis:

• The biggest improvement with the GM 15-passenger vans is the lengthened wheel base. It is substantially longer than the Ford E350 or the Dodge Vans.
• The electronic stabilizer system is a much needed add-on feature. Over the years, the onboard computers that control these stabilizers gets smarter, and hopefully, prevents accidents.
• Ford also added an electronic stabilizer system to its van. Unfortunately, the van’s wheel base is still too short and the left rear tire still has 45% of the weight on it. In the event of a tire de-tread, an electronic stabilizer will have minimal value, especially if the rim is exposed and the rim digs into the pavement, launching the vehicle into a rollover condition.