Road trips are meant to be enjoyable, however these should not come at the cost of safety. Shown on X/Twitter, a video depicts a family of four travelling in what appears to be an MPV or van that has had its passenger seats stowed or removed.
In place of the seats, a mattress has been placed as the ‘floor’ of the vehicle, where the occupants – one adult and two children – are sitting unsecured, with the adult appearing to prepare a meal for consumption in the vehicle. Meanwhile, the driver is in position, at the controls of the vehicle.
While the journey as shown in this video clip appears uneventful, and the road seems to be clear of traffic as seen through the windscreen, this practice remains highly dangerous as unsecured occupants will effectively become projectiles should there be a collision at speed.
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As seen in the rearward-facing part of the video, there are sharp, exposed corners of furniture in the interior of the vehicle, which are hazardous. It may appear fine to use, until the driver needs to take evasive manoeuvres.
Beyond vans and MPVs, having seatbelts fastened for all occupants within a vehicle is crucial to surviving a car crash. A 2017 report by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) of the United States stated that drivers are twice as likely to be killed in a crash when the passenger behind them is unsecured, or in other words, not wearing their seatbelt.
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The comments primarily criticize the unsafe use of MPVs or vans for family transport, especially with unrestrained children and various risky behaviors like hanging out of sunroofs or skipping seatbelts. Many commenters express frustration over a general lack of awareness, poor attitudes, and disregard for safety regulations among parents and drivers, often linking these issues to cultural or socioeconomic factors. There’s also mention of lax enforcement by authorities and the need for stricter laws, such as mandatory child seats. Several comments touch on broader societal issues like education, attitude, and population growth, with some offering racist or derogatory remarks, which are off-topic for the safety-focused post. Overall, the sentiment highlights concern over road safety and irresponsible parenting practices.