Airbags

Aggressive Recall To 42 Million Vehicles With Defective Airbags Including Tesla, Ferrari, McLaren The U.S. government asked automakers to speed up in fixing 42 million vehicles that were recalled due to a potentially defective Takata airbag inflators. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released an order to automakers to set a deadline for replacements. Takata, an automated parts company based in Japan, is the major supplier of airbags installed in cars from year 2002 model to 2015

The most important parts of a working airbag system are the crash sensors. These pieces of electronics are built to tell when the vehicle has been damaged in an accident. Once an accident is determined by the control unit, a signal is sent to the inflator system. This inflator sets off a chemical charge which produces an explosion of nitrogen gas, this fills up the airbag and bursts through the paneling which contains it and enters into the space of the car with the purpose of protecting the passenger

close encounter with an airbag. Airbags are designed to prevent injuries in the event of a collision. Depending on the vehicle, the airbag may be released from the dashboard, the steering wheel or the doors of the vehicle. Although these devices are exceptionally simple in design, they still feature some innovative pieces of technology. In order to be effective, the airbag must open faster than a car can crash. While you may be hitting another vehicle at 60 mph, your airbag is moving at a speed of

Mandatory seat belt laws and motorcycle helmet laws have been a controversial topic and there has been much argument between the two sides. I will be presenting both sides of the argument and I will be giving my opinion on this topic. Many motorcyclists despite knowing the benefits of wearing a helmet, are still against the forced helmet laws. A very common argument that is used against these laws for motorcyclists, is that it would be a violation of their civil liberties. Jeff Hennie of the Motorcycle

Did you know, that sixty-six thousand people are using cell phones a day while they are driving (“Distracted…”)? Driving safely is important because, parents, guardians, friends and other family members, dread the call from someone saying that their kid. Safe driving save people's lives. If there is a person who does not follow the rules of the road while driving, maybe someone should tell them to do all of their distractions before starting the car or just wait till you arrive at the destination

Child Safety Seats | Insurance Companies in Dallas Making decisions for your child’s safety shouldn't be stressful, and the installation of a car seat often causes anxiety. It’s common for new parents to experience concern, and have questions when it comes to child safety seats. In the following, we provide answers to common questions about child safety seats. Contact a Box agent for assistance with your insurance needs from one of the foremost insurance companies in Dallas. The Safest Location for

7 Important Facts You Must Know About A Booster Seat Your kid needs a booster seat that is correctly fixed in order to stay safe in your car as well as prevent serious injuries in the event of an accident. Now, even if a booster seat itself meets the safety and government's standards, it can still present safety problems if it is installed or used incorrectly. The safest Booster Seat therefore, is the one that best fits your child, your car and is easiest for you to use. 4 Questions That Needs Your

Problem Statement: Motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and are the leading cause of death in children aged 13 and under [1]. In 2015, 220 per one million children under the age of 4 were involved in fatal motor vehicle accidents [1]. In addition to motor vehicle accidents, improper uses of Child Restraint Systems (CRS) in cars are known to cause an increased risk of injury. Targeting the specific aspect of children being incorrectly fastened to their

Currently, rear impact guards on truck trailers are effective at up to 30 mph. These “bumpers” are also known as ICC bumpers or underride guards. That speed was set because the crash protection standards that must protect occupants of passenger vehicles is set at 30 mph. However, because passenger vehicles how must protect occupants that are involved in frontal impact crashes at up to 35 mph, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a “notice of proposed rule making”

As a mother to multiple children and a former nanny, I have plenty of experience in car seat safety. Even so, it's always best to keep up with the most current info as some things will change as we learn more. Though changes may occur, there are some things that always remain constant with car seat safety. Choose car seats according to age and size An infant cannot ride safely in a booster seat. Likewise, a larger child should not be riding in a rear-facing infant seat. Read the manufacturer labels