17 Mar Reasons You Need to Always Stay Buckled
You probably heard your parents tell you a million times when you were a small child: Buckle your seat belt. While most people know the significance of wearing a seat belt, it’s easy to forget if you’re running late or simply driving around the block. Unfortunately, not wearing a seat belt can have disastrous consequences. Here are the reasons you should always stay buckled.
Safety
Safety is far and away the most important reason to wear a seat belt. If you get in an accident, your seat belt could save your life. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over half of people killed in car accidents in 2020 were not wearing seat belts. If you are not wearing a seat belt during an accident, you could be thrown from the car. This almost always results in a fatality.
Airbags
Airbags are an important safety device that can save your life during an accident. However, many people think that air bags can work without seat belts. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Air bags are actually designed to work in tandem with seat belts to keep occupants safe. If you are not wearing a seatbelt, an airbag can do more harm than good. In some cases, air bags can even kill a passenger that isn’t buckled.
Child Safety
The NHTSA reported that child seat belt use decreased by 40% when parents did not fasten their own seat belts. When children observe their parents going without, they are taught that they do not need to wear them either. Lead by example and fasten your seat belt every time you get in the car—you’re protecting yourself and your children.
If you’ve been in an accident, National Auto Collision Centers can help. In addition to auto body repair, we can also fix broken or improperly fitting seat belts to help ensure your safety. Contact our Valencia Rd. location at (520) 889-2536 today to schedule an appointment.