The Right Way To Escape From a Sinking Car

[350Z]

Just came across this useful infographic and thought it’s definitely worth sharing (Source: Link). Tips, advice, experiences from fellow members are most welcome.

Tip: You could use seat headrest to break the window. Same is also applicable in other emergency situations like fire.

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Drive Safe,
350Z

 

[jayesh]

Very informative topic .
A must to remember the points, staying calm is very important.

 

[Mahender Singh]

i think car will sink quickly from front due to weight of engine, so better to break rear side.

 

[bhvm]

very nice.
ID suggest people visit art of manliness website and subscribe there. it's a gold mine of information! not just rescue tactics but it's a life trainer website!

 

[mastiandroid5]

Very informative and useful. Thanks for the same.

I was browsing regarding a situation when we dont have tool to break the window and came across the following tip:

If you were unable to get out through the window, don’t panic! Let the car fill with water, knowing that once it does, the water pressure inside and out will be equalized, allowing you to open the door and escape.

Here is a useful video as well: http://www.wikihow.com/Escape-from-a-Sinking-Car (this video shows why a window breaking tool is easier to use than kicking the window to break it)