Therefore, the list below should read as follows;

Motorists should also look for the safety features recommended by the NSW Centre for Road Safety when buying a new vehicle.

• Electronic Stability Control which compares the driver’s intended path with the vehicle’s actual path and applies brakes to selected wheels if the two don’t match
• Electronic/emergency brake assist systems which applies the maximum amount  of pressure on the brake if the driver brakes suddenly
• Active head restraints to help prevent whiplash-type injury
• Dual front airbags
• Side or side curtain airbags
• Seatbelt pre-tensioners