In 2016, a total of 23,714 drivers and passengers died in motor vehicle accidents. What’s just as disturbing is that more than half of teens and adults who died from crashes that same year were not wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.
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] The truth is, seat belts are designed and intended to save our lives in the event of a car accident. Still, an overwhelming number of people are not using them when operating or riding in a vehicle. Even if you are going on a short trip, you should never forget to buckle your seat belt. It truly could mean the difference between life and death. You may be wondering how seat belts work. After all, they are such powerful vehicle components. So what is it that makes them so effective? We’re going to tell you!