In The Crash (1970)

Discusses highway safety, emphasizing that while preventing accidents is important, it is equally crucial to focus on protecting people and property during crashes. The speaker, Ben Kelly from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, argues that effective crash protection should be built into vehicles and road designs rather than relying solely on human behavior to prevent accidents. The film highlights various safety features, such as airbags, seatbelts, and improved vehicle designs that can significantly reduce injuries and fatalities in crashes. It also points out the need for better roadside designs, like breakaway poles and shock-absorbing barriers, to minimize damage during collisions. The overall message is that society should prioritize advancements in vehicle and road safety to protect individuals and reduce economic losses from accidents.

Keywords: highway safety, accident prevention, crash protection, airbags, seatbelts, vehicle design, roadside design, economic loss, safety features, human behavior, crash data, breakaway poles, shock-absorbing barriers.