The issue of car safety is both an equal framework, since you could be fined if your vehicle does not meet certain standards, but also a personal responsibility to ensure the safety of yourself and other road users. Lighting and tires are two key elements that should not be overlooked.
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We always think first of all about wearing a seat belt, seeing the windscreen, not using a mobile phone… But two other links in the chain are just as important: the lighting system and the choice of good tires.
Lighting, a fundamental element
Essential both for the safety of drivers and that of other road users, lighting devices cars should be regularly checked or adjusted if necessary. On this subject, theNational Interministerial Road Safety Observatory established in its report on accidentality for the year 2020 that 1,305 of personal injury accidents involved vehicles with a technical fault such as poor lighting or tires that showed abnormal wear…
And it is moreover on this notion of security and visibility that the strategy of a brand like Next Tech France. The latter has specialized in the sale of LED lighting for two- and four-wheeled vehicles, combining innovation and technology.
LED bulbs have the advantage of providing powerful, low-glare lighting quality for oncoming drivers. And in bad weather or at night, the LED lighting guarantees good visibility and also makes it easier to anticipate the contours of the road.
For new vehicles, LED lighting is often optional and can reach an average of 1,000 euros. But innovations such as the LED kit H7 canbus make it possible to modify the lighting device by favoring the LED and this, without carrying out modifications on the original installation thanks to the plug-and-play. Moreover, Next Tech France promises an installation in just a few minutes and without requiring specific mechanical knowledge! In addition, its high-end products are guaranteed for life.
And then, we know how difficult it can be to change the bulbs on certain vehicles so don’t worry, LED bulbs generally have a lifespan five times longer than their halogen counterparts.
Technological advancements for tires
Another “safety” aspect that it is important to never neglect is the wear and tear of your tyres. A check of the general condition of the tire and its pressure should be a reflex for all drivers and in particular in anticipation of a long trip.
Depending on the region you live in, you may be familiar with changing summer tires and winter tires twice a year. But to make life easier for drivers, manufacturers have innovated and now offer 4-season tyres. This hybrid version maintains driving performance in dry, wet or on snowy ground. It is quite possible to buy an all-season tire online and go to an assembly center to equip your vehicle. Be careful, however, to keep a smooth ride and to opt for winter tires if the roads you take are very vulnerable in periods of frost or extreme cold.
Choosing quality tires will improve the comfort and handling of the vehicle. Technological advances in design now allow cars to be fitted with tires that maintain control of the vehicle in an emergency or optimize braking distances.
A vehicle that is properly equipped and regularly analyzed during technical inspections is one of the principles conveyed during awareness campaigns on road safety.
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