Ford has developed the world’s first inflatable seat belts, which provide extra safety and crash protection for people sitting in the rear of a vehicle.
The inflatable seatbelts combine the attributes of traditional seat belts and air bags to better hold you in place in the event of a car accident. According to Sue Cischke, Ford group vice president of Sustainability, Environmental and Safety Engineering, the inflatable seat belts "will enhance safety for rear-seat passengers of all ages, especially for young children who are more vulnerable in crashes."
Watch the video to see how the inflatable seatbelts work!
Inflatable Seat Belts
Ford Merges Air Bags and Seat Belts for Extra Crash Protection
Trend Themes
1. Inflatable Safety Features - The trend towards inflatable safety features presents opportunities for automakers and safety equipment manufacturers to collaborate and innovate.
2. Integrated Safety Systems - Integrating multiple safety systems, such as air bags and seat belts, provides disruptive innovation opportunities for the automotive industry.
3. Improving Rear-seat Safety - A focus on improving safety for rear-seat passengers presents opportunities for automakers to differentiate themselves and cater to safety-conscious customers.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend towards inflatable safety features by developing and implementing innovative safety technologies.
2. Safety Equipment Manufacturing - Safety equipment manufacturers can collaborate with automakers to integrate multiple safety systems and improve overall vehicle safety.
3. Child Safety - Companies focused on child safety, such as car seat manufacturers, can partner with automakers to create safer vehicles for families with young children.