Braking in Emergencies
ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking.
See also:
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind
front passengers to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until
the belt is buckled.
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When Should an Airbag Inflate?
Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to
severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the
potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or
right front passenger†...
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would
when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that
require heavy braking and sudden turns. ...
