When were airbags developed?

Airbags were developed and began to see widespread implementation in the 1990s. The concept of airbags emerged earlier, but it was during this decade that they became a standard safety feature in many vehicles due to growing awareness of road safety and regulations promoting their use. The 1990s marked a significant increase in the availability of airbags in automotive design, as manufacturers started to incorporate them to enhance passenger safety during collisions. This trend helped to reduce injuries and fatalities in accidents, solidifying airbags as an essential component of modern vehicle safety systems.