Your Questions Answered on Car Protection Options and Safety

Safety features that exist in cars today are things like:

• seatbelts,

• airbags,

• crash/collision detection,

• high-speed alerts,

• parking assistance & sensors,

• parking cameras,

• sideview mirrors,

• emergency braking, and

• push-to-start buttons.

It also depends on what car you have, as some have more safety features than others.

The most important safety features in a car (especially in modern makes) are considered to be:

• seatbelts,

• airbags,

• AEB, which predicts a potential crash and slows the car down

• electronic stability control, which stops you from losing control when the car skids

• blind spot monitoring, which warns you about cars that are out of view, and

• adaptive cruise control, which automatically slows down your car to keep a safe distance.

According to research across insurance companies, some of the top 5 vehicles for safety are:

1. Porsche Cayenne

2. Mercedes-Benz CLA

3. Toyota Camry

4. Volkswagen T-Cross

5. Volvo XC60

These cars are considered the safest because of their collision avoidance features and positive performances in crash tests.

Cartrack has numerous solutions for personal or fleet vehicles, like:

• Live GPS tracking for consistent monitoring

• Camera solutions (from simple dashcam solutions to more advanced AI solutions)

• Stolen vehicle recovery (SVR)

• CarWatch (to keep an eye on your car via the app)

• Anti-jamming detection and technology

• Panic button

• Start Prevent or Remote Immobilisation

• Round-the-clock support from our supportive staff

Yes, modern cars are safer than older models because they have more technologically savvy solutions. Not only have they improved the designs of traditional features like seatbelts, airbags, and the structure of the interior of the car, but there’s newer (especially proactive) tech that’s been added based on years of research.

The 10 golden rules for road safety are:

1. Always wear your seatbelt

2. If you’re on a bike, wear your helmet

3. Stay focused and avoid distractions

4. Check your car regularly (tyres, water, oil, etc.)

5. Follow the rules of the road

6. Check your blind spots

7. Keep your children safe and secure in their seats

8. Take a break when you’re tired

9. Don’t drive under the influence

10. Keep a safe distance

The best security features for cars are:

• Live GPS tracking

• Geofencing (which creates virtual boundaries, giving you notifications when you move in or out of these areas)

• Anti-jamming capabilities

• Stolen vehicle recovery (SVR)

• Remote immobilisation or a steering wheel lock

• Faraday pouches (which block your key signal from being picked up by thieves)

Yes, thieves can steal cars with keyless entry by signal jamming or carrying out relay attacks. Signal jamming is when the signal from your key to your car is disrupted when you’re trying to lock. Relay attacks are when one thief stands close to where the key is to pick up the signal, and the other thief receives that signal, essentially tricking the car.

When buying a car, you should look for:

• a budget with a clear and thorough breakdown (especially for the initial costs),

• an understanding of ongoing costs, like petrol, insurance, and maintenance

• an overview of the car’s history (if it’s second-hand),

• a make/model that matches your lifestyle needs,

• strong car safety features, and

• second opinions from a professional or trusted mechanic

No, not all new cars have the same safety features. All newer models will have modern standard features to match, like seatbelts, airbags, and reverse cameras, but it honestly depends on the make and model. Newer and more luxurious brands will likely have sophisticated safety technologies.

The best safety features to prevent theft of a car include:

• live GPS tracking,

• backup anti-jamming devices, like the Cartrack Tag

• visible preventative features, like a steering wheel lock or a dashcam, and

• kill switches or car immobilising options.

Crash prevention and detection are safety tools that help you both prevent and soften the blow of car accidents. Crash prevention and detection uses technology like GPS tracking, AI, dashcams, and sensors to keep track of what’s happening in and around your car. There are also special car functions, like adaptive cruise control and forward collision warnings, that help you drive safely.