Safety Belt

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly.
• Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone.
• How to Wear Safety Belts Properly.
• Lap-Shoulder Belt.
• Lap Belt.
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) .
See also:
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving
defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts .
. Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicycli ...
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal
collisions, even belted occupants can contact
the steering wheel or the instrument panel.
In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted
occupan ...
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or mountains is different
from driving in flat or rolling terrain.
If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are
planning to visit there, here are some tips that
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