The airbag was initially developed as a device to aid in the driver and passengers’ protection and safety. However, it can also cause several immobilizing and severe injuries, including neck injuries, spine injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. It should be noted that airbag injuries are quite rare, but when they…
One of the most important developments in vehicle safety is the airbag. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that over 44,869 lives have been saved by airbags as of 2015. In the decades since its invention, it has proven itself a crucial element of vehicle safety. As such,…
If you have ever been involved in a car accident, then your airbags may have inflated. Whether or not that happened, your airbag sensors were definitely triggered. Either way, this means that prior to your vehicle being able to get driven again, the airbags need repairs. The airbag light may…
Airbags play a major role in saving lives during vehicular accidents. They are parts of a car that protect drivers and passengers from severe injuries during a crash or collision. According to the United States Department of Transportation, airbags have saved more than 50 thousand lives from 1987 to 2017. …
Accidents happen we all know that, whether it is your fault or not, sometimes we just can’t avoid them. With more than 143 million Americans driving daily, there’s no doubt that car accidents are bound to happen. The average number of car accidents in the U.S. every year is 6…
Ever wonder why people make such a big deal about the seat belts and the airbags in a vehicle? Sure, you may know that both serve as safety precautions and protection if an accident were to occur. However, you may not be familiar with just how important of a role…
Have you ever hit the brakes hard suddenly, and the seatbelts lock? During a collision, have your airbags deployed? This is a result of the Supplemental Restraint System working properly to ensure your safety and to minimize any potential damage to both you and your passenger(s). The SRS is a…
Getting into an accident can be one of the most traumatizing things that can happen to a person, especially when it’s a head-on collision and the airbags end up deploying. There are other times where the accident was not so severe, and the airbags did not deploy. Many things will…
If you have been in any kind of auto accident recently, then you may need some auto repair, whether it may be a quick fix or a whole long process. You may decide to work on these repairs yourself, though many decide to take it to an auto repair shop…
There are many safety components in cars that people aren’t even aware about—or if they are, don’t pay much attention to. The simple things such as seat belts and the brake system are somewhat cared for, but others like the SRS airbag module aren’t. If you yourself haven’t ever heard…
