Four Essential Automobile Safety Features for 2020

Front Accident Scenario

This is when two automobiles are going in opposite directions and strike each other in a head-on accident, or when a car loses control and strikes a thing (like a tree, utility post, or a building) in a head-on accident.

Side Accident Scenario

One of the most common side crash situations is when one automobile does not stop at a stop sign or traffic control lights and strikes the other car on the side. This is typically described as a t-bone, as the cars form a 'T' form when they collide. Another type of side crash is when an automobile loses control and slides sideways into a barrier like a utility pole or tree.

Rollover Situation

This situation is when you lose control of your vehicle and it rolls over. A rollover can be set off by losing control of your car or a combination of severe maneuvers such as fast, high-speed turning to stay clear of an obstacle.

Some Vehicle Safety Features are Required by Law, Which Ones Are They?

In spite of all of the emerging automobile safety technologies, there are just a few that are considered mandatory by regulations. These mandated safety functions include Seatbelts, Airbags, LATCH child safety seat system, Tire-Pressure Monitor, Electronic Stability Control, and Backup Cameras. Brand new vehicles will have that tech and additionally, the NHTSA recommends the following Driver Assistance Technologies:

Forward Accident Warning

This attribute identifies a possible accident and gives the vehicle driver a warning.

Automatic Emergency Situation Braking

This technology immediately uses the brakes when a forward crash is imminent.

Lane Departure Warning

This system keeps an eye on lane markings and advises the motorist if they unintentionally leave their lane.

Rear-View Camera

While now standard on many new automobiles, adding a rear-view camera to older automobiles is suggested.

This list should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of safety features, there will always be many different and emerging modern technologies that will help keep you safer.