The driver and passenger front airbag modules, after having been deployed, in a Peugeot 306 An airbag or supplemental inflatable restraint[1] is a vehicle occupant-restraint system using a bag designed to …

Learn about the safety benefits of frontal and side airbags and how to safely position yourself and passengers to avoid an airbag related injury.

Airbags are inflatable cushions built into a vehicle that protect occupants from hitting the vehicle interior or objects outside the vehicle (for example, other vehicles or trees) during a collision. The instant a …

Like seat belts, the concept of the airbag -- a soft pillow to land against in a crash -- has been around for many years. The first patent on an inflatable crash-landing device for airplanes was filed during …

Feb 8, 2025 · The basic idea is that the airbag inflates as soon as the car starts to slow down in an accident and deflates as your head presses against it. That's important: if the bag didn't deflate, your …

Nov 9, 2023 · Airbags are considered passive restraints because they activate automatically during a collision. Unlike seatbelts which require you to buckle up, airbags are designed to work precisely …

Airbags are safety devices to inflate rapidly during a car collision. The airbag system works by using sensors that detect a crash and trigger the airbag.

Apr 24, 2025 · An airbag is a crucial safety device designed to protect you during a vehicle collision. It inflates rapidly to create a cushion that absorbs impact forces, helping to reduce injuries.

May 13, 2025 · An airbag is a vehicle safety device that inflates rapidly during a collision, cushioning and protecting occupants from injury. Constructed from lightweight, durable fabric, airbags are typically …

Sep 30, 2021 · Airbags are passive car safety devices. An airbag consists of a flexible cushion that inflates rapidly in the event of a collision. The purpose of an airbag is to protect the occupants of a...