Ford Motor Company has been researching two new designs for seat belts.  This could be an important step in reducing injuries and deaths as a result of car accidents.

One possibility for a safety belt is a design that has four-points, which would incorporate a lap belt and suspenders.  This design is in lieu of the seat belt that motorists are familiar with that has three-points.  The other safety belt that Ford is looking into has incorporated an air bag right into it.

There are still some technical challenges that need to be worked through for these safety belts to be useable, however this is a great start to what will someday be enhanced safety features.

In recent research by Ford, many customers indicated that they were more comfortable and felt safer in four-point safety belts, than three-point belts.  Motorists are becoming increasingly concerned with safety issues, and are even protecting themselves by signing up for a roadside assistance program.