Vehicle Safety
Active Safety Features:
* Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Prevents wheels from locking during braking, allowing drivers to maintain control.
* Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Monitors vehicle stability and applies brakes and adjusts engine power to prevent oversteer or understeer.
* Traction Control System (TCS): Prevents wheels from spinning excessively, providing traction in slippery conditions.
* Airbags: Inflatable cushions that deploy in a collision to reduce injuries.
* Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): Maintains a safe following distance behind other vehicles.
* Lane Departure Warning (LDW): Alerts drivers when they drift out of their lane.
* Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM): Detects vehicles in a driver’s blind spot.
Passive Safety Features:
* Seatbelts: Restrains passengers in place during a collision.
* Headrests: Supports the head and neck in a rear-end collision.
* Rollover Protection: Structural features designed to protect passengers from serious injuries in a rollover accident.
* Crash Bars: Reinforced areas of the vehicle that absorb impact energy in a collision.
* Deformation Zones: Areas of the vehicle that crush in a controlled manner to absorb impact energy.
Vehicle Construction and Design:
* High-Strength Steel: Used in the vehicle’s frame and body to improve impact resistance.
* Ergonomic Seats: Designed to reduce driver fatigue and improve comfort.
* Clear Visibility: Large windows and mirrors provide a wide field of view.
* Intuitive Controls: Buttons and dials are placed within easy reach and are clearly labeled.
* Pedestrian Safety Features: Body panels and bumpers designed to minimize injuries to pedestrians.
Vehicle Maintenance and Inspection:
* Regular Servicing: Includes tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
* Tire Safety: Ensuring proper inflation, alignment, and tread depth.
* Brake System Inspection: Checking brake pads, rotors, and fluid levels.
* Light and Signal Inspection: Verifying proper functioning of headlights, taillights, and turn signals.
* Safety Restraint Inspection: Examining seatbelts and airbags for any damage or wear.
