0 An inertia reel seat belt moves freely but holds you firmly in position if the vehicle stops suddenly.
But as many motorists will know, the inertia reel frequently locks when a car is standing on the level.
The usual cause of failure in inertia reel belts is the locking mechanism.
Are they going to insist on the inertia reel belt?
We all know cases where the inertia reel jams.
This applies particularly to belts which have an inertia reel.
Manufacturers estimate that a pair of inertia reel seat belts adds some £25 to £30 to the cost of the car.
There is also some concern whether the inertia reel type of seat belt is sufficiently safe.
It is true that exemptions have been given when an inertia reel locks when a car is on a hill.
