safety features in a vehicle

seatbelt

Aug 21, 1958

Volvo introduces the seat belt. It remains the most beneficial car safety device of all time. when crashing the seatbelt holds you back and keeps you in your seat.

padded dashboard

Aug 21, 1960

Volvo introduces a padded dashboard, in an attempt to reduce facial/chest injuries from frontal collisions

head restraints

Aug 21, 1968

Volvo offers front-seat head restraints, aimed at protecting the head and neck in rear-end crashes.

drivers airbag

Aug 21, 1981

Mercedes-Benz S-class is the first production car with a driver's airbag. without you smacking your face on the wheel the airbag comes out and hits your face.

first 5 star rating award

Aug 22, 2001

First car to be awarded a five-star Euro NCAP rating for occupant protection to the Renault Laguna II.