In June 1960, a man named Wes Jayne in Woodhaven, New York, wrote a letter to Popular Science magazine boasting about how he finally convinced his wife to wear a seat belt. However, his victory wasn't the result of rational argument or even trickery. It was clever engineering. What Jayne did is rig his car's front passenger seat to sound an annoying buzzer and flash a … [Read more...] about Flashback: The First-Ever Seat Belt Alarm
Cabin Technology
Automakers Race for the Ultimate Car Seat
After decades of ignoring vehicle interiors, automakers are locked in a race to see which can invent and patent the ultimate car seat — and they're pulling out all the stops. BBC Autos, which recently profiled the rivalry, says marquees have gone beyond the car seat in search of the greatest "seating experience." … [Read more...] about Automakers Race for the Ultimate Car Seat
Smart Fabric Makes Airbags More Effective
If you think smart fabrics are just a fad, think again. Automakers and technology firms are continuing to develop textiles with electronic components woven into their fibers that will make car interiors more convenient and safe. The latest is BeBop Sensors, which is manufacturing a seat lining that measures a vehicle occupant's height, weight and movement in real-time in order … [Read more...] about Smart Fabric Makes Airbags More Effective
Bentley Unveils Self-Driving Car Lounge
We've seen how some affordable and luxury automakers envision the interiors of future self-driving cars, but nothing could have prepared us for Bentley Motors' take. The super-luxury marquee recently released a photo of a concept interior that includes couches, silk upholstery and stone veneers among other pricey accoutrements. … [Read more...] about Bentley Unveils Self-Driving Car Lounge
Cadillac Tissue Box Turned Stereo Receiver
Starlite Rod & Kustoms in Torrance, California, is a full-service hot rod shop that specializes in equipping classic cars with modern features in a way that doesn’t ruin their old school charm. The job requires creativity, ingenuity and, of course, camouflage. … [Read more...] about Cadillac Tissue Box Turned Stereo Receiver
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