This is a sponsored post written for cars.com talking about car safety features, however the views expressed are completely personal.
Thinking of buying a new family car? You must have put some thought into deciding the car, like where you stay, how big is your family, your budget and any deal that you might be getting. When you decide to buy a car for the family the reason and the vision for buying it is usually utility and functionality centered.
The other thing that needs to be kept in mind while buying a family car is the safety feature. With new models coming in every year, the amount of snazzy features they bring in can be dizzying and confusing, however there are a few basic safety features that you should check for before choosing to buy a car for your family.
Anti-lock brakes
Anti-lock brakes are an important feature that helps you break in an event of emergency. If you had to slam on the brakes to avoid an accident, you don’t want your brakes to get locked.
Airbags
The front airbags are extremely important and help reduce the impact during an accident. Some cars come with side airbags and if you have the budget opting for it is a great idea. Side airbags helps reduce the threat of injury in a mishap.
Car seats and suitability
If you have a baby or a toddler in the house, you will have a car seat in the back. Make sure your car seat model and your car are a good fit. Read and understand the special instructions that come along, if your car has airbags at the back
Rear Camera
The family car is usually big and with such cars maneuvering with just mirrors might be difficult and unsafe. Having a rear view camera helps to see if something is directly behind the vehicle.
Proximity Sensors
These sensors are extremely useful when you are parking or trying to pull out of a driveway. The back or sides are not completely covered by mirrors and if there is a pet, a bicycle or worse a child, you won’t be able to see it. In such situations proximity sensors and rear view camera will alert you.
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Thanks for the tips. I have been meaning to buy a car seat but just didn’t know how to go about choosing one. Your post has given me some headway on it.
Those are some awesome tips for keeping in mind before investing in a car. I didn’t know rear camera plays such a vital role.
Thanks Zainab
I need to get the proximity sensor .Its very useful.A very useful post for all .Car safety is important.
Glad you found it useful Amrita
Unfortunately, air bags in our country are more of a luxury feature than a safety feature. I am totally with you on all the points, specially the proximity sensors.
True Anupriya and I hope it changes soon! With so many cars on the roads and high accident ratios, it is a necessity today.
Very useful post for new car buyers.
Thanks Sachin
sensory and cameras is not required. What you need is a good build quality with other features.
Great tips on buying a new car, I didn’t know about the anti locks brakes.. Your post will definitely people to look certain important features in the car..
We don’t own a car yet but that is on the list for this year. I am sure this post is going to help me during my purchase. Will save it.
This is quite an helpful article.. Car safety is really important and should not be skipped.
Il share this to my mommy friends who are expecting so that it will help them
This is a very useful post. it is very important to keep safety in mind rather than just going for looks and speed.
The features you have listed are a must. Super imp for the safety. Thanks for sharing.
I always look for dual airbags, anti-lock brakes while choosing my car. Safety features are important in cars.
Air bags are very important and its good that these days its there in new cars. All these safety features are important to be safe especially in a family car.
Great tips and so helpful when car shopping when you have a family!
Those are some new yet essential features and must haves you have listed! Very helpful post!
Very useful tips. I am glad you covered the rear camera feature. Mostly, we pay attention to the other features. Proximity sensors helps a lot in busy Street and when we have to do parallel parking.
Absolutely a comprehensive list of to dos to maintain safety in a car. Air bags and anti lock bags are a must. Car seats for children are important
Safety always comes first when buying a new car
Wasn’t aware about the proximity sensors to this extent. Thanks for bringing this to my notice ..
Thanks for the informative and useful tips..I did buy a car seat on my 9th month itself and did use it for my little one.As said safety comes first in the case of travel especially with children on board.
My husband took all these decisions when we bought our car. I only selected the color 🤣🤣. I actually don’t know how to drive and don’t know much about these things. And I’m not proud of it 🤷🏻♀️. But now I know, if ever in future, I do plan to learn how to drive and if I ever buy another car, I’ll come back to this article. Thank you Neha.
These are some great tips. We are planning to buy a new car soon and I will be sure to share these tips with my husband. Especially keen on the proximity sensor.
Those are some very good tips on what to look for when buying a family car.
It’s a really helpful and safety tips. Your tips are really working for the people. Thank you for shear a great information.
Yes every car owner must check car safety features buying before family car. Your information is really important for car but I think check more safety features before buying a family car. Am I right ?
Wow,Great article. I appropriate you for listing down all safety feature of the car to look out before buying a car. Thanks for the amazing article.You have made it easier to choose.As there are many accidents taking place nowadays .Thanks.