Safety is the main concern for most drivers when purchasing a new car. While accidents can occur at any time, it is important to have a vehicle that will sustain damage and protect those who are inside. When buying a new minivan, there are many on the market that have standard safety features worth looking into before making a purchase.
The top 10 safety features on 2007 models including the Lincoln Navigator, Ford Explorer, and Dodge Caravan are the following:
- Air bags – While all cars on the road today are supposed to have air bags in the driver and passenger seats, these minivans offer side curtain air bags so that those in the first two or three rows will be protected. The Navigator also has dual stage airbags that is a new feature on the market.
- Anti-lock brakes – Having brakes like these will help the minivan make a complete stop without locking up. This way, the driver always has control over how much pressure to apply to the brakes so that they will work effectively.
- Tire pressure monitoring system – This is a new feature that will alert drivers when the air in their tires is too low. Many times accidents are caused because of poor air pressure. This can cause tires to skid or blow out while driving. Monitoring the air pressure in tires is very important.
- Electronic stability control – This feature is becoming more popular because it can help drivers maintain control of their vehicles so that they do not spin out of control.
- Roll stability control – This feature has been made available to minivan drivers in order to prevent roll over accidents. If the car senses a possible roll over, it will adjust the pressure to keep it from rolling over.
- Rear back-up system – This option will come in handy if the minivan needs to be parallel parked on the street or when backing out of a parking spot. The sensors will alert drivers of possible impacts.
- GPS navigation – Navigation systems are becoming more popular in many vehicles and can be used to find directions or location a place. They are also helpful because many systems include points of interest that can be used to find hospitals and other emergency care facilities that are in the area quickly.
- Front wheel and All-wheel Drive – Both will make driving safer in case of accidents, adverse weather conditions, and other incidents that may cause drivers to make sudden stops.
- Power locks for windows and doors – For those who have small children, being able to control the doors and windows will make traveling with them a safer experience.
- Molded plastic exterior – These types of exteriors will be able to take a car crash much easier than metal and will reduce the stress of the impact felt by those inside the car.