Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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A 1996 Chevy Blazer and a 2026 Blazer collide in a dramatic IIHS crash test. The footage reveals how decades of safety improvements can mean the difference between walking away and suffering life-threatening injuries.

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Car Safety Guide
consumerreports.org/cars/safety-guide/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Find the Safest New Car Using Consumer Reports' Safety Verdict
consumerreports.org/cars/car-safety/how-to-find-safest-new-car-using-crs-safety-verdict-a3169270635/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Test Results: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer
consumerreports.org/cars/chevrolet/blazer/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT