India has the dubious distinction of being the country with the most fatalities from road accidents. While carmakers today are offering some basic safety features on the options list, they are usually expensive add-ons, while they should actually be essential items. There is also the vague, skewed perception that safety technology that works in other countries is not important here because of India’s relatively lower road speeds. Here is a list of essential safety features you should have on your car.
1 3-point seatbelts for all passengers
This is the most basic safety feature one can ask for and is of paramount importance. Without the shoulder strap, the entire upper body is prone to whiplash and that can be extremely dangerous. The Hyundai i20, for example, also has a three-point seatbelt for the rear-centre passenger. Not all cars may have it but if you have the option of going in for a variant of a car that offers this, it’s a wise choice to make.
