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rear-end collision

by user470 Jun 25, 2009 7:38AM PDT

With regard to the seat belt, does having a seat belt on protect the driver in the event that a car runs into the driver's car rear end? With regard to the air bag, in the event that a car runs into the driver's car rear end will the air bag protect the driver? Thank you. user470

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I think it does

by LucJs Jun 26, 2009 5:46AM PDT

It should, because at the moment of impact you'll be thrown against the back of your seat, but a second after that you'll smash you head against the steering wheel or dashboard. That's when you need your belt.

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