Ford Seatbelt Airbag
Ford is set to become the first automaker to offer inflatable rear seat belts. “The belts have a cylindrical air bag that stretches from the buckle to the shoulder and fits inside a pocket sewn into the belt. If the air bag is needed, the car sends a signal that releases the bag. It inflates more gently than a front air bag, and with cooler air, so it’s safer for children,” notes a Yahoo Auto article. The Detroit News states, “Ford’s new system incorporates small air bags inside the rear seat belts. These are deployed during a crash, spreading the force of impact over five times more area of the body than conventional seat belts, thereby greatly reducing pressure on the chest and helping to control head and neck motion.”
More information can be found at The Motor Report. If someone you know was injured or killed as the result of a vehicle failing to incorporate important safety technology, encourage them to immediately contact a competent attorney for advice. It is extremely important to do this quickly to ensure that evidence is preserved, statements are taken, and the rights of all are protected.
