Are Two Airbags Enough?

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At least two airbags are installed. Strictly speaking, two airbags are not sufficient. This is because airbags are primarily installed in the driver and front passenger seats, meaning other areas of the vehicle lack airbag protection. It's important to note that the probability of side collisions is also quite high. In such scenarios, the protection offered by two airbags is too limited. Moreover, considering current vehicle models, most are equipped with driver and front passenger airbags + front side airbags, with very few models having fewer than these safety airbags. To summarize: the more airbags, the better. For vans, which typically operate at lower speeds, two airbags might be acceptable. However, for passenger cars, it's advisable to have more. There is no absolute safety, and airbags must be used in conjunction with seat belts to achieve optimal effectiveness; otherwise, they may increase the likelihood of injuries or fatalities. The safest approach is always safe driving. If the budget allows, adding side curtain airbags is recommended. These deploy in the event of a collision or rollover, covering the entire side windows to protect passengers' heads.