Maextro V800 minivan fails emergency braking test in China
Independent tests found brake pedal mounts broke in three vehicles during simulated hard stops, raising concerns about the $150,000 model's safety.
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What happened
Independent testing in China found that the brake pedal mount on the Maextro V800 minivan failed under simulated emergency braking. In the tests, mounts broke in three vehicles when braking from 100 km/h. One report says the bracket would not hold up in a 62-mph emergency stop.
Why it matters
The reports describe the braking failure as a serious problem for a minivan priced at $150,000.
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