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The importance of car safetyBy Jason Cox Given the number of vehicles on the highways today, car safety is becoming a greater concern for the public as well as car manufacturers. Car safety has definitely progressed through the years since the invention of the automobile. The founders of the industry would be truly amazed at all the features now available on our major modes of transportation. The introduction of travel by a gas powered engine has transformed our society into one of great mobility. It has enabled us to travel to places that would have taken months to get to otherwise! Many changes have taken place over the years, and improving car safety has always been a concern for the automobile industry. As vehicles progressed with the availability of new technology, faster speeds were achieved and fender benders as well as more serious accidents occurred. Automobile manufacturers became more concerned with improving car safety and preventing injuries and deaths. Since this time, car safety has improved immensely. However, accidents continued to occur. The car safety devices were there, such as seat belts, but were not always being used by the occupants. It wasn’t until legislative bodies in many states addressed this issue of car safety and made it a law to buckle up. Drivers in these states are required to buckle up or they will be fined by law enforcement. Some car manufacturers in an effort to improve car safety designed seat belts that would secure themselves around the driver automatically after ignition.
Motor Trend - Car safety and crash test results. CarsDirect - 14 safety elements and features. Car Safety Tips - 10 things to check to make sure your child's car seat is installed properly.
Everyone who operates any type of motor vehicle should be concerned about car safety. Not every accident can be prevented completely, but we as consumers can make good choices by selecting a safe vehicle for ourselves and our families, and use the restraint system. Many newer vehicles have driver’s side and passenger air bags in addition to the seat belt restraint system, which includes adaptability for child car safety seats. Side air bags are also available on some models, and side panels as well as front and rear of vehicles are now designed for greater impact protection. Consumers can get more information on vehicle safety ratings by visiting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at www.nhtsa.dot.gov. Crash test and rollover test ratings are available for review on most passenger cars, pick up trucks, SUVs, and vans from 1990 onward. Car safety ratings can be compared and saved for later if you choose while shopping for a new or used vehicle. This is a very good site to visit and can assist consumers in making an informed decision based on car safety ratings.
What are my choices and considerations when it's time to change oil? - Well, you have a couple of options. You can take it to a place that will do it for you or you can do it yourself. Both choices come with their pros and cons. Should I sign up for driver training? - You definitely should attend a driver training school. You want to make sure nothing in your training is left out. This is one thing you should put in the hands of a professional.
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