New seat belt warnings in cars could save 1,600 lives annually, says safety institute

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New seat belt warnings in cars could save 1,600 lives annually, says safety institute
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Half of all people killed in car accidents in 2022 were not wearing a seat belt, according to the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration. Now, safety ad

vocates are pushing for more effective seat belt reminders.

The Ford Maverick is one of those improved vehicles. It used to have a short chime when the driver failed to buckle up and just a small warning symbol on the dash. Now, there is a loud chime and a flashing visual warning.

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