The Proactive Safety Technology of Mazda

When people stop by the dealership, they often ask a lot of questions about Mazda vehicles ranging from performance and design philosophy to gas mileage. However, the common question “Are Mazdas safe cars?” is probably the easiest one to answer — yes.

Indeed, Mazda cars, crossovers, and SUVs stand out for their thrilling, high-tech driving experiences, but safety is equally important and just as well recognized. In fact, as of March 2020, Mazda proudly produced more Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+ vehicle models than any other manufacturer.

Let’s take a look at why Mazda’s safety technology has been so successful, and the specific safety features Mazda vehicles offer that make them some of the safest options on the road today.

Mazda’s Proactive Safety Philosophy

Mazda’s proactive safety philosophy is closely related to its overarching KODO design philosophy and Jinba Ittai, which focuses on enhancing the unity between driver and vehicle to the point that one becomes an extension of the other. To do this, Mazda uses i-ACTIVSENSE® technology to help boost driver confidence in the vehicle’s performance and make them aware of hazards in plenty of time to avoid them.

Additionally, Mazda vehicles come equipped with a series of passive safety features that protect both the vehicle and the people inside it in the event of an unavoidable collision, creating a sense of trust and security between driver and car.

Mazda’s Innovative Safety Technology Explained

The specific safety features Mazda cars, crossovers, and SUVs offer drivers range from lighting systems to high-tech radar technology, including:

• Adaptive LED headlights
• Blind spot monitoring
• Driver attention alert
• Lane departure warning system
• Radar cruise control

i-ACTIVSENSE® technology enhances many of these safety features by leveraging millimeter-wave radar and camera systems to keep drivers informed of their surroundings through visual and auditory signals. In addition to the systems powered by i-ACTIVSENSE®, Mazda vehicles utilize a series of passive safety technology features to keep drivers and passengers safe in the event of an unavoidable collision, including:

• Anti-intrusion brake pedal
• Seatbelt with load limiter
• SKYACTIV® body with ring structure
• SRS airbag system

Future Proactive Safety Technology from Mazda

In addition to the current safety features in Mazda vehicles, the company has been continually committed to improving safety into the future through its investment in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS). For more than 25 years, Mazda has helped develop ITS with the lofty goal of creating a world without traffic accidents.

Current ITS technology includes continuously monitoring the location of other vehicles as well as pedestrians to help avoid collisions. While ITS is still under development, Mazda hopes to fully integrate the technology into future models.

Experience Mazda’s Safety Features in Person

To fully appreciate the safety features offered by Mazda vehicles, it’s best to experience them in person on a test drive. Call 518-978-8776 or stop by DePaula Mazda today to see for yourself.