Abstract: A device for interconnecting a protective bar and a vehicle, the device including a first connection component which is adapted to be connected to a protective bar, second connection components which are adapted to be connected to a vehicle and an impact absorbing component which is adapted to at least partially absorb energy associated with an impact on the protective bar which is to be connected to the first connection component, wherein the impact absorbing component includes spaced lateral walls and a generally hollow member located there-between.