The air I am referring to is the air in airbags. Airbags are a supplemental (secondary) restraint to the vehicle seat belt. They have saved many lives and reduced many injuries in car crashes. For the most optimum protection, a seat belt must be worn. The seat belt helps spread the crash forces over a larger portion of the body and across the strongest part of the body. Plus, it helps the occupant "ride down" the crash, reducing energy absorption. Airbags have to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Standards and encompass an enormous amount of testing in all kinds of scenarios. Working together (Technical Working Group), auto makers go above and beyond the standards to include testing for high risk occupants; those who are smaller, out of position, unbelted, etc. Their efforts help reduce the risk of injury. These test protocols help manufacturers develop more technology to deploy airbags at slower speeds...