Other Factors to Consider: Car's Side-Impact ProtecƟon: Many modern cars feature side-impact airbags. If these deploy, they can offer some level of protecƟon, especially against head and upper body trauma. Structural Integrity: The B-pillar is structurally vital and is designed to offer protecƟon during side impacts. However, a force of 1 MN is incredibly high, and significant deformaƟon or intrusion into the passenger compartment is likely. Child Seats and Booster Seats: If there are children in the car, the type and posiƟoning of child restraints can significantly influence injury outcomes. If the passengers are in child seats or booster seats, the types of injuries are higher astronomically because even as strong and as safe as the car seats and booster seats are made today, we are still talking about injuries to a child who still has growth plates that are active, and the damage here is oftentimes damage that cannot be reversed. Secondary Collisions: AŌer the iniƟal impact, the vehicle could face secondary collisions with other vehicles, objects, or even result in a rollover, compounding the potenƟal injuries. Given the described force, the consequences for especially the front and rear passengers on the impacted side would be dire, with serious injuries highly likely. All occupants would require immediate medical aƩenƟon following such a collision.
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