Vehicle Safety Innovations and Features

The video explores the history and evolution of car safety, starting with Karl Benz's first car. It discusses early car features, the increase in car speeds, and the challenges of ensuring safety. The video highlights key safety innovations like crumple zones, seatbelts, and airbags, and introduces active safety systems such as ABS. It emphasizes the importance of these developments in reducing accidents and improving road safety.

Who invented the world's first car, and what was it called?

• Nikolaus Otto, Otto Car

• Gottlieb Daimler, Motorwagen

• Karl Benz, Patent Motorcar

• Henry Ford, Model T

What was the top speed of the first motor vehicle?

• 10 miles per hour

• 20 miles per hour

• 30 miles per hour

• 40 miles per hour

What safety innovation was introduced in cars in 1959?

• Airbags

• Seatbelts

• Anti-lock braking system

• Crumple zones

What is the primary function of crumple zones in a vehicle?

• To enhance fuel efficiency

• To increase the car's speed

• To absorb energy during a collision

• To improve aerodynamics

Why are seatbelts considered crucial for car safety?

• They reduce fuel consumption

• They ensure passengers stay in the vehicle during a crash

• They increase the car's speed

• They prevent the car from moving

When were airbags first made available in a production car?

• 1981

• 1990

• 1978

• 1985

What is the main purpose of passive safety features in cars?

• To reduce acceleration on passengers during a crash

• To enhance the car's appearance

• To prevent collisions

• To increase fuel efficiency

What does ABS stand for in car safety systems?

• Automatic Braking System

• Anti-lock Braking System

• Active Braking System

• Advanced Braking System

How does ABS improve vehicle control during braking?

• By locking the wheels

• By allowing the wheels to rotate and maintain traction

• By reducing the car's weight

• By increasing the car's speed

What modern technology is Mercedes-Benz using to improve car safety?

• Hydraulic braking systems

• Manual steering systems

• Solar-powered engines

• Intelligent Drive technology