Your seat belts play a vital role in keeping you safe inside your vehicle as a component of your car’s Supplementary Restraint System. However, unlike the airbag module, you regularly use your seat belt’s function. Even if you’re not activating the automatic mechanism of the seat belt pretensioner, your seat…
Every responsible driver knows what every single light on their dashboard means. As a driver yourself, you know which one signals a need for an oil change, to check the tire pressure, and to top up the gas, among others. But how much do you know about the SRS light?…
In the first part of this article, we discussed what SRS light is and some possible reasons it is lighting up when it shouldn’t. Now, in the second half of the post, we’re going to dive deeper into the topic and determine whether it’s safe for you to use your…
Airbags are your car’s preventive defense against major car crashes. In the event of impact from a collision, your vehicle’s sensors trigger a mechanism that rapidly inflates an airbag to prevent everyone in the vehicle from suffering severe physical damage. It occurs by inflating within 30 milliseconds to absorb the…
Your seat belts must always be checked and well-maintained. Out of all the other essential parts of your car, the seat belt is one of the most crucial ones to look after! You can argue that the airbag is just as important—but this most basic safety feature should not be…
Driving is good for you! Going for a drive is not only means of getting from Point A to point B, but the act of driving is also an excellent de-stressor. Daily commutes may cause you to feel more frustrated or stressed, but driving does the exact opposite! Of course,…
It’s a known fact that a seat belt will help reduce the risk of injuries of a driver or passenger should they be wearing one during a car accident. This knowledge can be pretty helpful and empower car owners to keep their seat belts in good condition. However, there’s a…
Wearing your seat belt properly is essential. Despite the decline in the number of car accident deaths, there are still over 30,000 people who die because of it every year in the US. Sadly, half of those deaths could have been prevented with the proper seat belt use. Here’s how…
Typically, issues and part failures are a common occurrence when vehicles age. When you notice issues with your vehicle, it’s essential you have it checked immediately. One of the things you need to ensure is in good condition is your SRS airbag. No matter how well the car runs on…
Airbags are a vital safety feature for vehicles as they provide cushioning for passengers and drivers by inflating instantly during a crash. Because of their importance, they became required in all newly manufactured cars since 1999. But what happens when they fail to deploy in the event of a motor…
