Unsecured Objects In Your Car Are Dangerous in an Accident

Unsecured Objects In Your Car Are Dangerous in an Accident

One of the most underestimated risks of causing injuries in a car accident is not outside out of your car.  The majority of drivers and their passengers never consider the fact that unsecured objects in your car are dangerous in an accident.  The forces in a motor vehicle accident are quite severe.  Everything in your car is moving at the exact same speed as your vehicle as you travel on your way.

Suddenly you are involved in an accident and your car has come to an immediate halt.  All of the objects in the car continue to travel at speed.  The occupants – who are hopefully wearing their safety restraints – meet resistance from their seat belts and child restraint seats.  Several things in the car continue to move with force at the same speed as your car was traveling to lash the driver and passengers increasing their injuries and, in some cases, threatening loss of life.

Any loose object in your vehicle will pose a serious injury risk in a car accident, and potentially a fatal risk if your car is spun around or during a rollover.  These items can include:

  • Purses
  • Briefcases
  • Backpacks
  • Water bottles
  • Laptop bags
  • Cell Phones
  • Gaming Handsets
  • Groceries
  • Tools
  • Tool Bags
  • Books

The hidden dangers of unsecured objects in your car aren’t the only danger.  The container of fries you wedged between the seats may unexpectedly dump into the passenger well as you slow for unexpected traffic. Unsecured papers, documents or even receipts flying around the car can distract you resulting in an accident.

These distractions only take a moment.  What can you do to protect yourself and the occupants of your car?  Secure all loose objects.  The best place for many of these items is actually the trunk or inside a console or glove compartment.  Restrain pets using a carrier or even a “doggie seat belt.”

No one ever expects to be involved in an accident when they get into their car.  Unsecured objects in your car are dangerous in an accident.  A few moments to consider securing loose objects may make a significant difference in your life or the health of your children and loved ones who travel with you.

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