Safety Features of the 2014 Ford Escape

When it comes to purchasing a new car, safety and compatibility are two important areas that everyone should keep in mind. You want a vehicle that not only suits your daily needs, but also one that allows you to feel safe behind the wheel. No matter how experienced you are as a driver, accidents can happen at any time which you have absolutely no control over. That makes it essential to make safety a top priority when choosing your next vehicle. Some people may want different safety features than others. For example, a parent with children may have different security features in mind than someone who is looking for a sports car. The 2014 Ford Escape is the perfect family vehicle as it ranks very highly in safety, comfort and space.

The great thing about purchasing a car at this time is that safety technology has never been better. This can be seen in the many state of the art features contained within the new Ford Escape. The Escape offers a four wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) which allows drivers to stop precisely  when necessary. Some vehicles are designed with only a two wheel ABS, and while still effective, it does not provide the stopping power of a four wheel Anti-Lock Braking System. This braking system is very effective when it comes to avoiding close call collisions on the road.

Airbags are also proven lifesavers. The 2014 Ford Escape has front, rear, overhead and side mounted airbags for maximum safety. These airbags, along with the seatbelts and head restraints in the vehicle leave you with an excellent post collision safety system. This particular SUV is the ideal family vehicle partly because of the safety features that have been integrated for children. There are child seat anchors and rear door safety locks so your child can remain safely positioned during the ride and you won't have to worry about them playing with the door handles.

These are just some of the highly regarded safety features that come along with the 2014 Ford Escape. There are plenty more such as:

• Emergency brake assist
• Engine disabler
• Panic alarm
• Four wheel disc brakes
• Adjustable head restraints
• Traction and stability control
• Tire pressure monitoring
• Electronic brake force distribution
• Automatic headlights
• Front and rear anti-roll bars

Along with these safety features, the 2014 Ford Escape has also received top vehicle safety ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) during its side impact, roof strength, and rear crash protection tests. Overall, this is a wonderful all purpose vehicle that will provide safety for both adults and children. Those in and around Mechanicsburg, PA interested in further checking out this vehicle are welcome to stop by their premier Mechanicsburg Ford dealership and see all that it has to offer.