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Window breaker may not work if your vehicle uses laminated glass

HOUSTON — Vehicle escape tools are a popular piece of protection to carry in your car, especially if you're worried about flooding. However, it turns out, these instruments may not work in some newer ...
Morningstar

Don't Get Trapped: All Traditional Window Breakers and Punches Fail to Cut Laminated Side Windows - Upgrade to EVAC-PRO Before It's Too Late

HAWTHORNE, N.J., Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In an era where vehicle safety standards have evolved to include laminated side windows in an ever-growing number of new cars, LIFELINE Rescue Tools, LLC ...
Inside Edition

Laminated Glass Found on Some Newer Vehicles Makes Escaping a Submerged Car More Difficult, Experts Say

“They’re now building cars with laminated side windows. So even if you had a window breaker, it won’t work, because your side window is just like your windshield now. And you can crack it, but you can ...
Jalopnik

Get Yourself Out Of Dangerous Situations With This Cheap Tool

Every year, millions of cars crash in the United States. Tens of thousands of those crashes result in fatalities. If you do crash, you may find yourself trapped by a seat belt or windows that are ...

Why strong glass is important for safety in buildings

In modern architecture, glass is not just about aesthetics—it plays a critical role in safety, durability, and structural ...