It is a tail-happy electric vehicle, so it’s not ideal for emergency situations.

The Ford Mustang has a hard life. This has been the subject of many car-crash jokes over the years. A ‘Stang leaving a car show is an untrue cliche. The Mustang Mach0_ is another example, which is officially adorned with Mustang badges but is widely dismissed as a pony car owner because it doesn’t look like a Mustang. The Mach-E is now in trouble again, this time with a poor performance in the dreaded “moose test”. Or does it?

We believe the answer is yes to this question, but we are not sure if others might interpret it differently. This moose test video by Teknikens Varld, which was published recently, clearly shows that the Mach-E has poor emergency handling capabilities. The EV moves at a speed of 68 km/h (42 mph), and then its backside explodes in dramatic fashion during the second turn of test. It wipes out a few cones, before barely controlling itself for the final maneuver. The Mach-E is achieved by increasing the speed to 72 km/h (45 MPH). You can leave this freaking course. Without completing the final section. Yikes.A Tesla Model Y completed the same test at 75 km/h (44.7 mph), but it looked a little wild. The Hyundai Infinitiq 5 also passed the test at 72 km/h (45 mph), and looked the most composed of all three EV-crossovers. The current-generation Ford Mustang was very behaved when we stepped back in history. It was able to speed up the course at 77 km/h (48 MPH) without breaking a sweat.

What’s the deal with Mach-E? According to the video, the stability control system is not doing an adequate job of keeping the backside under control when performing emergency maneuvers. A article also found fault with the chassis, steering, and it is important to note that we do not know the exact layout (all-wheel-drive or rear-wheel-drive) of the test car. We also don’t know which drive mode was used. It’s still a poor safety score.

However, this test could give the Mach-E some points with Mustang owners. We’d be remiss if the EV didn’t show that enthusiastic drivers like such a lively vehicle. Even though it’s not a good idea to have those manners in an emergency, it is always a good sign, especially when safety systems are engaged. Basically, if you do see a Mach E at Cars & Coffee you should keep an eye out for its low-slung, two-door sibling.