Shopping for a Safe Vehicle
Buying a car is one of the most important and largest purchases you'll make, and choosing the right one can be difficult. Whether you plan to buy a new or used car, make safety a priority. Not only will you protect yourself, family, and finances, but you could also save on
auto insurance in Banning, CA by purchasing a car with great safety features.
When you're shopping for a new (or new-to-you) vehicle, look for cars that have the following safety options.
Automatic emergency braking: The vehicle will automatically apply the brakes if it senses a hazard ahead.
Forward collision warning: There are sensors in the front of the vehicle that will warn you of an impending collision, giving you a chance to break or steer clear.
Lane-departure warning: This uses cameras to keep track of your car's position on the roadway. If you begin to exit a lane unintentionally, you will receive an alert to notify you.
Reverse camera: Cameras in the back of your vehicle automatically activate when the car shifts into reverse, giving you a clear view of behind the car.
Electronic stability control: This feature helps to keep control in slippery road conditions and on curves.
Depending on the make and model of the car you choose, other safety features may be available, including:
- Blind spot detection: Illuminates a warning in your side mirror when another vehicle is in your blind spot.
- Adaptive headlights: Lights that shift as you take curves and helps you to see better.
- Automatic crash notification: Notified emergency services in the event of a crash.
Before you select your vehicle, be sure to check its
crash safety ratings. Simply enter the make and model of your chosen vehicle, and view the test results. Here, you can see how well it performs in crashes and whether or not it is deemed a safe vehicle.
For more information, useful resources, and accident forms, check out our
Resources. For reliable
auto insurance in Banning and beyond, contact our team at Little & Sons Insurance Services today.
