Experts named the main criteria for a safe car

The key factor in protecting against injury is choosing the right vehicle. Special attention should be paid to the safety ratings of Euro NCAP, IIHS and NHTSA — cars with high ratings from these organizations better protect passengers in case of accidents. On May 25, experts from Sber Eaptek, a service for the purchase, maintenance and sale of SberAuto cars and the Scandinavian Health Center, told Izvestia about this.

SberAuto noted that modern safety systems, such as automatic braking, lane keeping and driver fatigue detection, significantly reduce the risk of accidents. When buying a used car, it is important to check the safety of the body's protective frame and avoid models with abnormal tuning that may compromise structural safety.

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Kirill Ptitsyn, a traumatologist at the Scandinavian Health Center, said that drivers and passengers most often suffer head, chest, and limb injuries.

"In frontal collisions, the lower limbs and the front part of the body often suffer, and front—seat passengers are more likely to suffer injuries than drivers," the doctor said.

The specialist emphasized that seat belts remain the main means of protection — they not only prevent serious injuries, but also reduce the risk of damage to the cervical spine. Certified age and weight-appropriate restraints are required for children.

Experts recommended that drivers make stops every 2-3 hours for a short rest and warm-up. Even a 10-15 minute break helps to relieve muscle tension and restore concentration.

Experts recommend paying special attention to the technical condition of the car, especially the tires and suspension. Worn tires significantly increase the risk of an accident in rainy weather, and suspension malfunctions can lead to loss of control.

Earlier, on May 16, auto expert Pavel Bakharev said that many car owners underestimate the role of brake fluid and forget about the need for its regular replacement, which can lead to serious consequences on the road. According to him, in some cases it is necessary to change the liquid more often than the manufacturer recommends.