See the Benefits of BMW Safety Technologies at Valley BMW of Modesto

Online, July 21, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Vehicle safety has always been a priority of BMW and every year the automaker is adding new technologies to help keep its passengers safe on the road. With technology to avoid accidents, protect occupants, and in the case of a crash alert the authorities, BMW models have been Top Safety Picks for years. Valley BMW is informing customers how these innovative safety features can benefit them while out on the road.

Electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, and roll stability are just a few of the safety features that come standard on all 2011 and 2012 BMW models. Electronic stability control is designed to detect and minimize skids. When loss of steering control is detected ESC will automatically apply the brakes to help "steer" the vehicle where the drive intended to go. Anti-lock brakes are another safety feature that helps prevent skidding; in the case of a sudden braking attempt the anti-lock brakes will prevent the brakes from locking up and will allow the wheels to maintain their traction on the road. Roll stability on crossover and SUV models will minimize the possibility of a rollover.

Protecting occupants is BMW's biggest concern in case of an accident. Standard side air bags include front and second-row head curtain air bags, and front seat-mounted torso air bags. In case of an imminent rollover, the rollover sensor is activated and the side curtain airbags deploy prior to the rollover to keep passengers safe.

BMW Assist is BMW's solution to alerting emergency crews in the event an accident does occur. BMW Assist uses advanced technology to bring the attention of a response specialist to the occupant's aid. The technology combines an integrated wireless phone for communication and a GPS satellite receiver to determine the vehicle's location.

These are just a few of BMW's safety technologies available to help ensure safe drives for BMW drivers and passengers. The staff at Valley BMW of Modesto is committed to keeping drivers safe and is proud to show customers all the benefits of BMW's innovative technology. To learn more about BMW vehicles, visit the Modesto BMW dealership online at http://valley-bmw.com/.