VEHICLE SAFETY

You know what’s cool? Wearing seat belts and driving a safe car. If you crash your car the fact is that some models are going to be better prepared for it than others.

ON AVERAGE, THE DRIVER OF THE LOWEST STAR RATED VEHICLE IS EIGHT TIMES MORE AT RISK THAN THE DRIVER OF A FIVE-STAR RATED VEHICLE

IF EVERY DRIVER COULD DRIVE THE SAFEST VEHICLE IN THEIR CLASS AND YEAR OF MANUFACTURE, DEATH AND SERIOUS INJURY WOULD DROP BY AN ESTIMATED 33%

SEATBELTS CAN REDUCE FATAL AND SERIOUS INJURIES BY 60% AMONG FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS AND 44% AMONG REAR SEAT OCCIPANTS

HOW SAFE IS YOUR CAR?

When it comes to safety, not all cars are created equal. It’s important to check a car's safety ratings.

The How Safe Is Your Car website provides vehicle safety information, including both ANCAP and Used Car Safety Ratings, to assist you in making informed decisions when you’re in the market for a car.

Take the time to look up a vehicle's safety rating on the How Safe Is Your Car website before you inspect any models in real life. You'll find 4 to 5 star options for every budget, so steer away of unsafe cars.

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN I’M BUYING A CAR?

While you’re browsing you’ll come across both active and passive safety features. Active safety features are newer than passive safety features and are still not available in all vehicles. Make sure to look out for active features when you’re purchasing your next car.

Active safety features are designed to avoid or reduce the severity of a crash (e.g. Lane Keep Assist, Auto Emergency Braking, Electronic Stability Control)

Passive safety features provide protection to reduce the risk of serious injuries or fatalities in the event of a crash (e.g., seatbelts, airbags, and vehicle structure).

THE BOTTOM LINE

Choosing a safe car can be the thing that saves yourself and your mates if the worst happens.

Check out the How safe is your car website