Safety Features Teens Should Have in Their Cars

If your teenager has recently gotten a license, he or she may be constantly asking you to buy a car. Of course, the final decision rests with you, and you certainly shouldn’t feel pressured into buying a car for your teenager. If you do relent and buy a car, make sure that you buy the safest car in the dealership. In particular, narrow down your choices to vehicles that have the following safety features:

Side Impact Airbags

Airbags have significantly reduced the occurrence of death and serious injuries sustained in vehicular accidents. While most cars will carry standard front airbags, look for a car that also offers side impact airbags. These will protect your teen from any “T-bone” collisions. After all, the absence of side impact airbags means only a door and window separate your teen from the other car.