![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/drivers-are-just-realising-which-cars-have-little-known-button-to-save-your-life/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/OFF-LI-kkQQ-1.jpg&description=DRIVERS are just realising there's a button that can save your life - but not all cars have them. A TikToker has revealed how some modern cars have the essential safety feature that can be quickly triggered so long as you know how. 4 The advice on finding the right button has been welcomed by motorists Credit: tiktok/@dashishuoche The social media user @dashshuoche uploaded a 91-second cli p which has been welcomed by people only just learning about the trick. He pointed viewers towards a lock button which makes sure doors stay firmly shut once you hit a certain speed. He warned: "After buying a new car, you must set these practical functions, otherwise your car is for nothing. "First, when the car is powered on, find this lock button on the door. Press and hold for 10 seconds. "When you hear a beep, the automatic lock function is set. "Later, when your speed exceeds 20kmh, the vehicle will automatically lock." That 20kmh speed amounts to 12mph. The footage has received more than 14,700 "likes" on TikTok while also attracting more than 100 comments. These included responses such as "Great tip", "Excellent, excellent functions" and "Nice job - thanks for everything". This TikTok video featured a Volkswagen though some people replying pointed out not all new vehicles have such a feature. Car-makers who do offer such buttons include Kia and Renault. His advice comes as motorists were also told a "hidden" button supposed to help save thousands of pounds on petrol has drawbacks. Another bonus option, hill start assist , can prevent costly accidents, another motors expert revealed. Brits' most sought-after car features were revealed in a recent poll. And other so-called "magic" buttons in cars have gone down well with drivers including one which can help out on family trips . Manufacturers such as Dodge, Mercedes and Volkswagen have been hailed for adding similar bumper seats to their cars. More value-for-money suggestions have been offered in an experts' guide to more){kind=link}
DRIVERS are just realising there’s a button that can save your life – but not all cars have them.
A TikToker has revealed how some modern cars have the essential safety feature that can be quickly triggered so long as you know how.
The social media user @dashshuoche uploaded a 91-second clip which has been welcomed by people only just learning about the trick.
He pointed viewers towards a lock button which makes sure doors stay firmly shut once you hit a certain speed.
He warned: “After buying a new car, you must set these practical functions, otherwise your car is for nothing.