Re: A little Packard History from 1945

Posted by Tim Cole On 2019/6/12 10:03:59

I don't have a picture but I remember my high school driving safety text showed an illustration of the importance of wearing a seat belt.

The vehicle was a 53 Packard and the steering column was butted against the windshield header. The caption stated the driver was decapitated by the steering wheel as it intercepted their neck on the way towards the windshield.

Today few people realize that air bags are only effective at speeds up to 65-70 mph. Above that they mostly prolong the experience of dying.