The position of an occupant in a car also impacts how effective an airbag will be. If an occupant is too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, they may not have enough time to react before being hit by the deploying airbag.
Lastly, the condition of the car can increase injury impact. For example, if you buy a used car that’s not maintained properly, it can definitely decrease the performance of the vehicle.
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Conclusion
Vehicle safety features, such as airbags and seatbelts, also play a role in injuries sustained in a car crash. Injury rates are high in the United States, and vehicle-Related Factors (VRF) play a significant role in these rates. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for people between 1 and 44. They are also the major cause of fatal injuries. VRFs include driver age, sex, race, alcohol use, seat belt use, and speed. Each of these factors has been shown to influence an individual’s chance of being injured in a crash.
