Co-Author: Darren Hirst
When stepping into a car you want to know that there are safety features put in place to help save lives in the even of a accident and you can identify these when getting into a car.You may want to look for these safety features if you're ever buying or renting a car as they can save you life if used properly.
Seat belts are now fitted in every car as it's the law that one is worn. A seat belt is there to protect you from hitting the windshield, wheel or dashboard in the event of a strong collision which without you may not survive. Make sure that when looking for safety features in a car you check they're in working order by pulling on it gently but quickly and it should lock into place. Some seat belts in more modern cars are now also adjustable to suit the driver or passenger and make them more safe and comfy; however a normal seat belt will do the job just as good!
Airbags are another safety feature of a car you may want to look for. The airbags work hand in hand with your seat belt to protect you against hitting the dashboard or side door at force. But without your seat belt on, the airbags won't work and you need to get in a habit of always putting your seat belt on to make sure you maximise the safety features of a car and use them to their full potential. To make sure there are no problems with the airbags check for a light on the dashboard of the car to indicate any errors.
You will find that most cars are fitted with head restraints at the top of the seat that can be altered depending on the height of the drivers and passengers. You may want to check this safety feature in a car and make sure it's set to the right height as it can reduce possible neck injury during an accident. When on your driving lessons in the UK, you will have to learn how to alter the cars head restrains as it's a show me tell me question on your practical driving test.
A safety aspect that may shock you is the weight of a car. Research shows that the heavier the car the less damage it sustains in a crash. Lighter cars have less protection and buckle under pressure a lot easier.
Traction control is also another safety feature in a car. If your car has traction control it's likely that it will be a 4 wheel drive. Having this safety feature improves vehicles stability by controlling the amount of power output which prevents the wheels from skidding off.
It's important to look for specific safety features you may want when looking to buy a car and it's important to be able to identify what safety features are in a car you may be a passenger, these tips are handy for anyone riding or driving a car. Some of these features you may learn on your driving lessons whereas others you won't.
Seat belts are now fitted in every car as it's the law that one is worn. A seat belt is there to protect you from hitting the windshield, wheel or dashboard in the event of a strong collision which without you may not survive. Make sure that when looking for safety features in a car you check they're in working order by pulling on it gently but quickly and it should lock into place. Some seat belts in more modern cars are now also adjustable to suit the driver or passenger and make them more safe and comfy; however a normal seat belt will do the job just as good!
Airbags are another safety feature of a car you may want to look for. The airbags work hand in hand with your seat belt to protect you against hitting the dashboard or side door at force. But without your seat belt on, the airbags won't work and you need to get in a habit of always putting your seat belt on to make sure you maximise the safety features of a car and use them to their full potential. To make sure there are no problems with the airbags check for a light on the dashboard of the car to indicate any errors.
You will find that most cars are fitted with head restraints at the top of the seat that can be altered depending on the height of the drivers and passengers. You may want to check this safety feature in a car and make sure it's set to the right height as it can reduce possible neck injury during an accident. When on your driving lessons in the UK, you will have to learn how to alter the cars head restrains as it's a show me tell me question on your practical driving test.
A safety aspect that may shock you is the weight of a car. Research shows that the heavier the car the less damage it sustains in a crash. Lighter cars have less protection and buckle under pressure a lot easier.
Traction control is also another safety feature in a car. If your car has traction control it's likely that it will be a 4 wheel drive. Having this safety feature improves vehicles stability by controlling the amount of power output which prevents the wheels from skidding off.
It's important to look for specific safety features you may want when looking to buy a car and it's important to be able to identify what safety features are in a car you may be a passenger, these tips are handy for anyone riding or driving a car. Some of these features you may learn on your driving lessons whereas others you won't.
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