2x1 - Car Over a Cliff

August 5, 2008

The team tries to make crashing a car over a cliff survivable. Ideas tested include stabilizing rods, an anchor, and inflatable exterior airbags.

2x2 - Unbreakable Car

August 12, 2008

Can a car survive a 55 MPH crash? The team tries various ways to make a car crash-proof, for both side and front impact collisions.

2x3 - Extreme Snow Plow

The Smash Lab team attempts to rescue a pregnant couple stranded in the snow. Ideas tested include a jet-powered snow blower and hot air balloons.

2x4 - Unsinkable Car

August 26, 2008

Chuck and Nathaniel try to make a car unsinkable. Deanne and Gadget try to figure out a way to get back on a cruise ship after falling overboard.

2x5 - Runaway Big Rig

September 4, 2008

The Smash Lab explores various ways to stop a stolen semi truck within a distance of only 100 feet. Deanne and Nathaniel test giant nets, while Chuck and Gadget try to blow the tires by using spikes and explosives.

2x6 - Trapped in a Boat

September 11, 2008

The Smash Lab team explores ways to escape from a capsized boat. Chuck and Nathaniel use an air filled bell, while Deanne and Gadget try a plasma cutter.

2x7 - Crash-Proof Log Hauler

September 18, 2008

The Smash Lab team explores various ways to prevent a log hauling truck from crashing off the road.