E1 - Car Over a Cliff

Aired: August 05, 2008

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

E2 - Unbreakable Car

Aired: 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.

E3 - Extreme Snow Plow

Aired: Unknown

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.

E4 - Unsinkable Car

Aired: 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.

E5 - Runaway Big Rig

Aired: September 04, 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.

E6 - Trapped in a Boat

Aired: 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.

E7 - Crash-Proof Log Hauler

Aired: September 18, 2008

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