5. 1981 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W126): First with Airbags
The 1981 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W126) set a new benchmark for automotive safety by being the first production car to feature a driver’s airbag.
This breakthrough technology provided crucial protection in collisions, dramatically reducing the risk of injury.
Mercedes-Benz’s innovation was so impactful that airbags are now legally required in most modern vehicles around the world.
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