There are many new technologies in the automobile market developing everyday. There is a constant need for a cheaper, safer, and more environmentally friendly automobile. All of the major automobile corporations have research teams working in all of these areas everyday.
Safety is one of the most sought after features in an automobile.
Just in the past few years, we have seen the invent of the air bag, anti-lock brakes, and side impact beams. New vehicles are being made bigger and bigger. Ford has come out with the Excursion. With this new vehicle they have developed the Blocker Beam. It is used to stop smaller cars from sliding under the Excursion.