At the wheel, caution is the mother of safety!
Traveling by car involves a whole series of risks. Unfortunately, no one is safe from a possible accident, not even the most seasoned of drivers. A second of inattention while driving, high speed, adverse weather conditions or any other unforeseen event are all factors that can put your safety at risk. A golden rule? Always obey speed limits and slow down on every stretch of road, especially when there are dangerous curves.
Not only will you avoid paying heavy fines, but above all, you will not put anyone in danger. And this concerns both the person driving, the passengers in the cabin, but also other motorists on the road.
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It goes without saying that to avoid dangerous driving situations, all forms of disruptive distraction, such as cell phone manipulation, must be avoided.
Always keep your hands on the wheel, focus meticulously on the road and make sure you have the best possible visibility by keeping the windshield always clean and transparent. Likewise, the windows must be in perfect condition.
Taking the road by car – Source: spm
What is the safest place in a car?
Now, to compensate for the slightest accident, it is important to know that there is a specific place in the car where safety is maximum. There is a car seat that suffers the least serious damage following an impact. What is the least dangerous place in the car? ?
Until now, we had always thought that the seats in the back are the safest in the event of an impact against another car. In effect,studies have shown that the risk of sustaining serious or fatal injuries is reduced when sitting in one of the rear seats, especially the middle one, in the center of the bench seat. This would be linked to a strictly logistical and structural aspect, since the so-called deformation zone is larger. The passenger seated in this seat would therefore be safer.
Nevertheless,a recent study, relayed by the American newspaper “New York Times”, seems to refute this study. It is said that the safest place on some cars is not the center position in the back.
This study does not refer to current modern cars, but to older ones. In other words, for new generation cars, equipped with state-of-the-art safety devices, the rule does not apply. But for older models, according to the researchers, the rear seats would not be the safest places in the event of a road accident. If the car is not equipped with a sharp security system, it turns out that the safest seat would be the one in the front passenger side. In the event of an accidental impact, the risks would thus be reduced. It should be noted, however, that the study makes it clear that this “rule” only applies to adults. For children under 14, the rear seats remain safer, regardless of the vehicle model, current or old. Of course, the seat belt must always be worn!
Often, ignorance or the desire to have a state-of-the-art car can make the driving experience less comfortable and end up leading to health problems in the long run. In particular back pain or joint problems, especially if you spend many hours behind the wheel. But don’t worry, we’re going to give you some tips on how to make your vehicle look “in vogue” without sacrificing your own comfort.
It is essential to best optimize the shape of the seat in which you spend a lot of time. For safe driving and to protect your spine, it is important to have the correct posture throughout the road you are going to travel. If the seat position is not comfortable, especially on long journeys, fatigue will be felt and the consequences on your health will be felt. Check that the seat is perfectly adjusted to properly support the entire surface of the back, thighs and hips. If the car manufacturer offers the possibility of having ergonomic seats, do not hesitate, the additional cost will be worth it.
The purpose of the headrest is to prevent the head from rolling back in the event of sudden braking or a collision. Therefore, do not use it as a pillow! Most headrests these days are height, depth and tilt adjustable. Therefore, if you wear a ponytail or suffer from neck problems, you can adapt it to your liking.
It is true that large wheels have interesting advantages: they are synonymous with aesthetics since they make the car look good, they also allow better grip and facilitate cornering. However, with such large tires you notice that the car is heavier and noisier, the steering is harder and the acceleration slower. Not to mention that these tires are more expensive, increase CO2 emissions, waste fuel and wear out faster.
Child car seat – Source: spm
The car seat is an essential safety tool to protect your child against possible shocks. It is still necessary to choose the safest and most ergonomic model, so that your little one is seated comfortably, without any discomfort.
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Usually, since this seat is rather expensive, we tend to save it to use it a few years later for a second or third child. But, to ensure that this car seat is always functional, here are some parameters to take into account.
- Calculate the years of seniority: normally, a small watch should be engraved in the plastic of the frame of the device. It indicates the year and month of manufacture. If it expires, immediately discard this seat. It no longer serves to protect your baby’s life.
- Test the harness tensioner: if it gets stuck or if the strap is frayed, it is better to consider changing it.
- Similarly, check that the isofix clamps do not get stuck.
- Observe if all regulatory standards are still in effect.
- Depending on the manufacturer, make sure your child’s age matches the car seat’s usage limits.
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