Don't Get Trapped in Your Car

Here is a very scary statistic to consider: in 2001 there were over 42,000 fatal car crashes, which means that there was one death every 12 minutes. Out of those 42,000 deaths, 500 of them were because the people in the car were trapped inside without any way to get out. 500 of those deaths could have been avoided. Getting trapped in your used Toyota Rav4 or other vehicle is a very serious situation and while you may think, Oh, that will never happen to me, you may want to think again. Accidents can and do happen and if you want to ensure that you are as safe as possible at all times while in your car you should consider having a set of auto escape tools with you.

Two of the most popular auto escape tools that are on the market that can be used on everything from a Hummer H2 to cheap used Nissans are the LifeHammer The Original Escape Tool and the ResQME, a keychain version based off of the LifeHammer. These tools will allow you to break the glass on a window or cut a jammed seatbelt and allow you to escape. If you are thinking you saw something about these tools on the television show MythBusters, you did. With this tool in your car, you will be able to get out of a tough situation that normally you may not survive.

While having one of these tools handy in your car is a good idea, you should also consider all of the safety features that are offered on your car. Safety is high priority with manufacturers, and vehicles are being equipped with accessories such as front and passenger side air bags, curtain airbags in the back seats, alcokeys, cold air intake, seatbelts that come with pretensioners, latch locks for car seats, and other safety features that are designed to make sure you are safe when driving.

Of course, all of these items will do you no good if you do not drive sensibly whenever you are behind the wheel. You should always take your time getting where you are going, stay focused on the road and the other drivers around you, and try not to be distracted when driving. If you get drowsy, pull over and take a break. And above all, remember you have safety features in your car in the event of an accident in which you get trapped. By keeping a cool and level head, you will be able to survive.

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New Tools For Trapped Motorists

Automobile safety is one area of an automobile that has received much attention in the past years. The number of fatalities in the past decades as result of traffic accidents led to the development of safety features for automobiles. Before safety was made a prime concern for vehicles, there have been no seat belts or airbags to protect victims of traffic crashes.

Currently though, car makers are making safety one of their foremost concerns in designing and manufacturing vehicles. One of the most renowned car makers that specialize in safety is Volvo - the company has made safety their first priority when it comes to their products. Volvo and a host of car manufacturers have created ways to protect passengers and drivers of vehicles in cases of collision.

Today, seat belts, head restraints, air bags, and a host of other features are integrated into mass produced vehicles. These safety features have become a must have for automobiles. Currently though, these safety features are not yet enough to cut down the number of fatalities as a result of traffic accidents.

In 2001, the Bureau of Transportation compiled over 42,000 fatalities as result of traffic accidents. Of the total number of fatalities, 500 persons died while they were still trapped inside the vehicles. In their case, the seatbelts and the construction of the car that was meant to protect them have caused indirectly their death.

In relation with that, new products appear in the market which is aimed for cases of entrapment in a car after an accident. One of these is the LifeHammer®. The LifeHammer provides a means for trapped victims to get out of their car to safety. The device has steel points which are designed to shatter side windows with one powerful strike. It is also equipped with a razor sharp blade which can cut through seat belts easily. The device is compact and it also offers good service when it is needed. It can be easily installed on a car's dashboard. The device is also easily visible thanks to its luminescent pin.

Another similar device is the ResQMe(TM). The ResQMe is based on the LifeHammer and comes in a very small package. It is equipped with a center punch that can break windows and it also comes with a blade than can cut through jammed seat belts.

These tools are designed for use when a victim is trapped inside wrecked vehicles. When safety features, good driving skills, and equally good EBC brake pads are not enough to keep motorists safe from meeting accidents on the road, these devices can save the day. With more and more motorists focused on driving safety, devices such as the LifeHammer and the ResQMe are definitely very welcome in the market.

Anthony Fontanelle is a 35-year-old automotive.buff who grew up in the Windy City. He does freelance work for an automotive magazine when he is not busy customizing cars in his shop.You can also visit EBC brake pads for more information.

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