Which part of the car window should be struck when using an emergency hammer to break it?
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When using an emergency hammer to break a car window, you should strike the four corners of the window. Here are the detailed instructions: 1. Design concept: This handle safety hammer combines the interior car safety handle with an escape hammer. In an emergency, pressing a button releases the handle, allowing it to be used as a safety hammer, making it quicker to break the window and increasing the chances of escape. 2. Operation method: Pick up the safety hammer and strike the four corners of the tempered glass. Do not strike the center, as it is the strongest part. Since some glass has film, it may not fall immediately after breaking, so you can kick it open. Once the glass falls, exit the vehicle promptly and in an orderly manner, moving to a safe location.
When I first learned to use an emergency hammer, my friend told me never to hit the exact center of the car window, as it might bounce back and hurt someone. Instead, aim for the four corners. Car windows are made of tempered glass, which is strongest in the middle but has concentrated stress at the corners, making them easier to shatter with a single strike. I remember during a drill, I hit a corner hard, and the glass instantly cracked into tiny pieces. It’s best to keep an emergency hammer within easy reach while driving, like by the door or in the center console—don’t stash it in the trunk. Also, make sure the hammer’s tip is sharp, and test its feel when buying one. In an emergency, like if the car plunges into water, unbuckle the seatbelt first, then calmly break the window—panicking will just waste effort. And if traveling with kids, take this even more seriously: teach your family how to use it beforehand, so you’re not scrambling at the last minute.
