Cars Before Safety Features
In 1885, Karl Benz invented the first automobile. The car had three wheels, resembled a horse-drawn carriage, and was powered by an internal combustion engine. The vehicle also did not “have windshields, doors, turn signals, or even a round steering wheel”. It was only when the Ford Model T came out in 1908 did cars started to look like the cars we recognize. These cars used to be hand-cranked, until the electric start was invented in 1912.
Soon, the car started to have more safety features, like seatbelts, speedometers, windows, and rearview mirrors, as well as turn signals. In the 1970s, the first airbag was included, and the safety measures continued to improve with the coming year.
Where We Are Now
Safety features nowadays include “anti-lock brakes, tire pressure sensors” as well as “backup cameras and lane-change assist”. Cars also have hands-free options, so you don’t have to look away from the road to answer phone calls, text messages, or other distractions.
Despite the nostalgia and classic look of older cars, there are so many reasons that you should look for cars with safety features. According to Kelley Blue Book “research shows advanced car safety features may reduce the risk of a serious crash by 49% and lower injury risk by 53%”. They also state that these technologies will soon become federally mandated.
Top Ranked Cars for Safety Features
As you are looking for vehicles, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Highway Loss Data Institute (HDI) have ranked the vehicles with the top safety features.
We have a list of the 2025 Top Safety Pick of Cars according to IIHS. These top safety picks means that the car has a “good rating in the small overlap front test, good rating in the updated moderate overlap front test, good rated in the updated side test, acceptable or good headlights standards, and acceptable or good in the pedestrian front crash prevention test.”
As you are shopping for a new vehicle, check out these vehicles so you can protect you and your family while on the road.
Another perk of having vehicles with good safety features, you can get a discount on your insurance. 1stadvantage.org states that the safety features include “anti-lock brakes, airbags, and anti-theft devices. Having these features can help reduce the risk of theft or damage to the car, which makes it less risky for the insurance company to insure”. It also means that if you get into car accidents, you and your passengers are better protected.
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A car accident can leave you facing medical bills, lost wages, and legal challenges, but taking the right steps can protect your health and financial recovery. If you have been injured in a car accident, speaking with an experienced Utah car accident lawyer at Flickinger Boulton Robson Weeks can help you understand your options and fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact us today at (801) 500-4000 to schedule your free consultation.
