Many modern cars come with new safety features. These safety features make driving easier and much safer. These are the top 10 safety features you should have in your car.

1.Electronic stability control

Electronic stability control helps drivers maintain control. It compares the steering and braking inputs to the car’s lateral acceleration, individual wheel speeds, and rotation. The brake is automatically applied to help balance the vehicle. This safety feature is important to reduce skidding. All new 2012 models must be equipped with this safety feature.

2. GPS system

Navigation systems make travel more efficient and safer. Drivers no longer have to struggle looking at a map while driving. The GPS will direct the driver step by step and change the route if necessary.

3. Rear view cameras

Rearview cameras make reversing and parking much easier. The vehicle issues a warning if there are any obstacles in the way. Certain vehicles have the full image from the rear view camera in the dash. There are also cars now that have blind spot detection. These safety features make joining, parking, and driving much safer.

4. Tire pressure monitor

Since 2008, all new vehicles include a tire pressure monitoring system. This system uses sensors to provide the driver with tire inflation information. This prevents the tires from going flat. Under-inflated tires are the leading cause of tire punctures.

5. Hands free/bluetooth

Using mobile devices while driving is incredibly annoying and dangerous. Many new cars now include blue-tooth hands-free systems. This system allows you to call and talk on the phone while keeping your focus on the road. You can use voice commands to make and answer calls.

6. Voice activation

There are many distractions while driving. Changing a radio station or the car temperature is not only distracting but potentially dangerous. Many vehicles now have voice activation. The driver can use voice activation to enter destinations into a navigation system, change the radio, and more. Voice activation allows the driver to control the car without lifting a hand from the wheel.

7.Roll-over protection

Many new cars have rollover protection. Different cars offer different rollover protection. Some cars include additional airbags. Certain cars have external rollover protection structures that reduce the force of a rollover.

8. Air bags

Air bags have evolved and improved over time. Many vehicles today offer multiple airbags. Dual-stage airbags are required in all passenger cars and light trucks manufactured after September 2006. Side airbags are also very important. These air bags greatly reduce injuries. All air bags are incredibly important in protecting the driver and passengers.

9. Brake assist

Brake assist technology is very important in emergency situations. Sensors detect can detect panic braking. When sensors detect this type of braking, Brake Assist applies a braking pulse. This will make the car stop faster.

10. Adaptive headlights

This is a feature found mostly in luxury cars, but it will likely trickle down to more affordable mainstream cars. This technology adjusts the headlights in the direction the steering wheel is turned. It lights the road more efficiently for drivers trying to change lanes or turn.

These safety features make driving much safer and easier. If you’re buying a new vehicle, you should include adding these features if the car doesn’t already have them. These features can help prevent car accidents.