A Driving Necessity Most everyone who has been in a car has leaned too far forward and their seat belt jammed. At the time, this seat belt feature seems like a hassle, but in reality, this seat belt, locking at the right time, could save your life. Seat belts were created to be the first responder in the event of an automobile accident to save your life or that of a loved one. For many people, the seat belt is a pain and an inconvenience, but for the lucky ones, it can be a lifesaver. Through a combination of the history of the seat belt, an explanation of the controversy surrounding the seat belt, and the great benefits of wearing it, this article will convince any reader that the seat belt is a safety feature very important. A seat belt is a restraint device that is installed in vehicles and is designed to minimize injuries during an accident. Most people think that seat belts will save lives in an accident; however, others believe they could be harmful. In most accidents, seat belts prevent people from hitting objects while in the car or being thrown from the car. The United States is one of the only countries that has laws that state that if you don't wear your seat belt, you will be ticketed. I believe seat belts are a necessity any time someone enters a motor vehicle. The first seat belt introduced in automobiles was the lap belt. This was a two-point seat belt, invented in the 1930s. This seat belt was installed in automobiles on the basis that it was necessary to prevent injury in accidents. In 1959, Swedish car manufacturer Volvo improved the two-point lap belt by creating a three-point lap and shoulder belt. This three-point seat belt is the most common and is used in almost all automobiles today...... middle of paper ... is when a seat belt makes the driver feel more secure safety, thereby encouraging poorer driving. Many people also believe that wearing seat belts violates their personal rights (Seatbelt, 2010). While these points may be true, the risk of wearing a seat belt is much lower than the risk of not wearing one. Seat belts are the number one defense against motor vehicle accidents and can save lives or prevent further harm to car accident victims (Danielle E. Roeber, 2008). Knowing the necessary information about the history of the seat belt, the seat belt controversy, and the great benefits of wearing a seat belt will make you think twice the next time you get into a car and you will be about to buckle your seat belt. Our everyday seat belt has come a long way and saved many lives. No one knows what awaits us around the next corner, but it's always a good idea to be prepared..