It is well known that children should not ride in cars while wearing winter jackets, and now we look at research by the German Automobile Club (ADAC), which indicates that adults should not be in the vehicle wearing thick winter jackets either.
Seat belts are mandatory and undoubtedly protect against serious injuries in traffic accidents. However, if winter jackets are not removed before getting into the car, their protective role is reduced, which can lead to serious problems, writes HAK Revija.
ADAC conducted a crash test at a speed of 16 km/h, which is the average value when another vehicle hits the rear of the vehicle.
Due to winter clothing, seat belts move (they are not placed directly against the body), are not in optimal positions and can therefore cause injuries at low speeds.
The lower part of the belt is not fixed to the hip area but slightly higher, and all of this can lead to injuries to the liver, spleen and other organs, reports N1.
Therefore, if you can, avoid driving with thick winter jackets and wear seat belts.
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