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  The first patented electromechanic airbag system was created.
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  Ford companies created an experimental airbag fleet.
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  General motors tested the airbags on the 1973 Chevrolet models and were used by the government.
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  Cadillacs became the first car to offer driver and passenger airbags.
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  Airbags were available to the drivers in Oldsmobile's and Buick's.
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  Chrysler became the first company to offer airbags as standard equipment.
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  Airbags become mandatory in all cars.
