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Why was the Emergency Release Handle Invented?

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In 2002, the government mandated that all vehicles include a standard glow-in-the-dark trunk-release lever, which opens the trunk from the inside in the event of an emergency. Every year, up to 20 people die while trapped in a car trunk, where temperatures can quickly rise to lethal levels. But did you know why they invented […]

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Are Large Cars Safer Than Smaller Ones?

When we’re out to buy a car, the first thing we would probably have in mind is the price. While smaller cars may be well within our budget, is it a wise choice? Remember, you can’t put a price on safety. Despite the efforts of manufacturers to make all vehicles safe, statistics show that driver