Modern cars have plenty of safety features, and new technology is
being created every day. Among the latest safety features introduced is
the rear-window protection airbag
introduced by Toyota. While many vehicles now have many airbags, the
system is not perfect. Despite the strong airbag coverage by many
airbag systems, Toyota’s system is the first to cover the rear window -
a dangerous area in serious car accidents.
Toyota’s rear window airbag is stowed within the roof lining. In the
event of a collision, the overhead airbag ejects from above the rear
window and expands around the head of rear passengers, similar to that
of a side curtain airbag. When working in tandem with active headrests,
Los Angeles Toyota dealers expect that the rear-window protection airbag will minimize impact to the heads of passengers when a collision occurs.
Toyota will be implementing the new rear-window protection airbag
system on the automaker’s new iQ subcompact vehicle. The Toyota iQ is
much like the Smart ForTwo, and Toyota expects to initially sell about
100,000 units per year. San Diego Collision Center
says a large hurdle for potential customers looking at the Toyota iQ,
and even the Smart for that matter, is convincing weary buyers that the
compact vehicle is safe.
By offering new technology and other safety-related Toyota accessories,
Toyota should be able to convince plenty of potential buyers that the
iQ offers plenty peace of mind. The Toyota iQ will be able to be able
to transport three adults and one small child. It’s expected to be
launched in Europe in early 2000. Although the vehicle is not expected
to go on sale in the US any time soon, Albany Toyota dealers predict that Toyota may reconsider if gas prices remain a large concern among consumers.
Joe Kent is a writer for TK Carsites, an automotive website design and marketing firm in Orange, CA, that specializes in working with car dealers nationwide.
