5 car features we think you must have!
Like all things technological, cars also progress as the years go by. But, all these new features can be a little overwhelming. If you are looking to by a new car, here are 5 must-have features you should be looking for.
1. Airbags
Though airbags add to the vehicle’s cost, we believe that a car must have at least two airbags in the front. Tests conducted by Global NCAP showed that passengers risked death or serious injury in collisions at 64Km/h, a statistic that can be offset by the presence of airbags. A research conducted by the Monash University Accident Research Centre also validated the effectiveness of airbags in protecting vehicle occupants from death and serious injury.
2. Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
This is being offered as standard in most new models. ABS prevents wheels from locking and skidding under heavy braking. It allows the driver to maintain control over the steering and the wheel to roll forward and create lateral control. In a car without ABS, wheels often lock during emergency braking which leads the car to spin out of control and increasing the chances of fatality. With ABS however, safety is the top priority.
3. Adjustable steering
You need to be completely comfortable behind the wheel, and that is why adjustable steering for reach and rake is important. Discomfort makes it difficult to drive and keeps you from enjoying the drive.
4. Electric windows
This one speaks for itself. Electrical windows are a must because they barely require any attention or effort to be used, a feature that comes in handy, especially while driving.
5. USB connectivity and Bluetooth
USB helps you browse through a number of songs and in some cases even videos, Bluetooth takes up the responsibility of syncing your phone to the car, thus allowing you to make calls, read texts and even access media on your phone. This makes things more effortless and keeps the driver from being distracted.