Driving safety
Other safety devices include child safety seats, ABS brakes and air bags. Even if children are “big” enough to use normal belts, those under five years of age are required by the law to use safety seats properly adjusted into the vehicle. There are different types to choose from. ABS brakes have the effect of preventing uncontrolled skids during hard braking by releasing brake pressure. As a result the wheels do not lock up and the driver is still able to steer the vehicle. It is reasonable to practice using ABS brakes on an empty parking lot or wherever convenient, as they require a certain skill to be useful. Air bags are also a popular safety device but you should keep in mind that their opening is not precisely a gentle event. You can be injured by an airbag but the injuries will be minor compared to those that can be caused in an accident if you are thrown out of the car. It should be noted that safety systems are being improved every year, but even if you do not have the newest versions, the positive contribution to safety outweighs their shortcomings.
