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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.
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Volvo introduces a padded dashboard, in an attempt to reduce facial/chest injuries from frontal collisions
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Volvo offers front-seat head restraints, aimed at protecting the head and neck in rear-end crashes.
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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.
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First car to be awarded a five-star Euro NCAP rating for occupant protection to the Renault Laguna II.
