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Barenyi set benchmark for safety innovations

Bela Barenyi is credited with creating the crumple zone that continues to be used in today's cars to absorb the impact of a collision.
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By:
Jason Stein
January 08, 2007 05:00 AM
Bela Barenyi

Born: March 1, 1907

Died: May 30, 1997

Major contribution: Vastly improved passive safety

Bela Barenyi always seemed to be one step ahead of the industry -- even if few knew his name.

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