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In fatal crashes, approximately 75% of passenger car occupants who were completely ejected from the vehicle were killed. This high fatality rate highlights the extreme dangers associated with ejection during a crash, emphasizing the importance of seatbelt use and other safety measures to keep occupants secured within the vehicle.
Approximately 75% of passenger car occupants who were totally ejected from their vehicles were killed in crashes. This high fatality rate highlights the severe risks associated with vehicle ejections during accidents, underscoring the importance of seatbelt use and vehicle safety features.
They are known as 'secondary' injuries to the original collision because they occur AFTER the occupant suffers the impact of the initial collision and occurs when the passenger is thrown around either inside the vehicle or ejected from it. The three collisions that happen when a car crashes is: 1. the car with the object 2. your body with the car 3. your internal organs with your skeleton.
To keep the occupants from being ejected.
In fatal crashes, nearly all passenger car occupants who are completely ejected from the vehicle suffer fatal injuries. This is primarily due to the extreme forces and impacts they experience upon being thrown from the car, as well as their exposure to additional hazards on the road. Wearing seatbelts significantly reduces the risk of ejection and enhances the chances of survival in a crash. Therefore, proper seatbelt use is crucial for passenger safety.
Decreasing the chance of the occupants being ejected
decreasing the chance of the occupants being ejected
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Safety belts increase your chance of surviving a collision by more than 50 percent. They help secure occupants in place, preventing them from being ejected from the vehicle and reducing the risk of severe injuries. Properly worn seat belts are essential for maximizing safety in the event of an accident.