Second, they move the occupant's body away from the danger zone, reducing the force exerted on the body during a collision from the side. As a result, a side airbag significantly reduces the risk of injury at chest and hip level.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Front and rear side airbags
The side airbags in the front and rear of the car provide two vital functions in the event of a collision from the side. First, they protect the occupant's upper body from injuries caused by outside objects intruding into the vehicle.
Second, they move the occupant's body away from the danger zone, reducing the force exerted on the body during a collision from the side. As a result, a side airbag significantly reduces the risk of injury at chest and hip level.
Second, they move the occupant's body away from the danger zone, reducing the force exerted on the body during a collision from the side. As a result, a side airbag significantly reduces the risk of injury at chest and hip level.
