External air bags could improve driver safety
Drivers in Illinois may be interested in learning about new developments in the field of external airbags. These safety features are designed specifically to lower the risks of side impacts. According to research by the manufacturer ZF, external airbags could reduce the severity of car accident injuries by up to 40 percent. An external...
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Injuries may go unnoticed after a car accident
When people in Illinois are hit by another car, they may not be aware of all of their injuries right away. The adrenaline rush, emotional trauma and excitement of the crash may obscure some of a person’s injuries. In other cases, the physical effects of the crash may not be felt until several days...
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Tesla safety report met with skepticism
Tesla recently released a document that it proclaims to be a safety report. However, those who have seen the report believe that it lacks the proper context to make the types of claims that it does. For instance, it says that Illinois drivers and others who use the Tesla Autopilot feature get in fewer...
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How to avoid or mitigate the consequences of hydroplaning
Illinois drivers may know what hydroplaning is, but they may not have given it much thought. While slowing down and avoiding large puddles can usually prevent hydroplaning, there are other times when it’s unavoidable. Drivers should especially be cautious during the first 10 minutes of rainfall when water and the oily residue on the...
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