Airbags and Auto Safety

The automotive industry has made major improvements to auto safety since the invention of the automobile, and perhaps no addition has saved more lives than the addition of airbags to passenger vehicles.  Each day there are countless car accidents ranging from simple “fender benders” to serious collisions, and airbags play a major role in reducing the number and seriousness of injuries to drivers and passengers.

Government studies show that airbags have saved nearly 25,000 lives from 1997-2008. In the event of a collision, “crash sensors” signal the airbags to inflate, providing a soft cushion for the individuals inside the car. Although injuries may be sustained due to the impact of the collision, airbags often help reduce the force of the crash and help minimize the damage done to the occupants inside.

Airbag Safety Tips

If your automobile has an airbag “on/off” switch, make sure the switch is in the “on” position before driving.

Always wear your seat-belt. In the event of a collision, an individual will be most benefitted by an airbag if sitting in a properly restrained position.

Children under the age of 13 should ride in the back seat.  Studies show this is the safest place for a child to ride, especially due to the force of airbag inflation due to a collision.

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