Driver and passenger front airbags Side curtain and thorax airbags are new on Ranger Front bumper with energy-absorbing materials Ford proprietary “hexageneous” under-bonnet structure that improves protection for pedestrians Driver and passenger seatbelt reminder Three-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiter Highly protective body structure that utilises high- strength steel throughout Electronic Stability Program (ESP) New to Ranger, the ESP is an active safety system that uses advanced sensors to constantly monitor the vehicle’s behaviour and assist the driver to maintain control whatever the conditions. It includes a range of technologies that assist stability and control: Hill Descent Control – Helps driver on downhill grades Hill Launch Assist – Helps driver pull away on steep climbs Trailer Sway Assist – Provides stability control when towing a trailer Adaptive Load Control – Optimises vehicle stability regardless of vehicle load Emergency Brake Assist – Provides additional brake pressure in emergency stopping manoeuvres Emergency Brake Light – Signals to other drivers by flashing the indicators when the vehicle decelerates quickly Roll-over Mitigation – Helps prevent vehicle from getting into a roll-over situation Traction Control System – Helps avoid wheelspin and optimise traction Note: The availability of airbags is dependent on model and market. March 23, 2011 All-new Ford Ranger Safety With occupant safety growing in importance for compact trucks as more people use the vehicle for both work and family transport, the all-new Ford Ranger is setting new standards in safety with a comprehensive suite of active and passive safety features and technologies.