In Austrian vehicle safety and driving technique, what is the primary safety hazard of driving with unsecured cargo on the rear seat shelf or boot?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. In a collision, loose objects turn into high-velocity projectiles
- Step 1: At 50 km/h impact, an unsecured 1 kg object hits forward with the kinetic momentum of a 30 to 50 kg projectile, inflicting fatal injuries to front occupants. Answer: In a collision, loose objects turn into high-velocity projectiles. Why not the others: Loose items cause the rear shock absorbers to soften prematurely, Unsecured cargo blocks the automatic operation of the fuel tank sender and Items create acoustic interference that disrupts the GPS receiver do not reflect Austrian technical safety guidelines.
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