Nobody ever plans on figuring in a car accident but, sad to say, it can happen to any one on any day. Vehicular tragedies are daily occurrences and unfortunately, so are fatalities. While most deaths occur as a result of injuries sustained on impact, many victims die because of their inability to escape their wrecked vehicles. Give yourself added peace of mid while on the road with the original LifeHammer? or the mini keychain ResQMe? - two valuable car escape tools.

After a car accident, seatbelt releases or car doors may be jammed. Car windows, for that matter, are almost impossible to break because they are made of tempered glasses. These very devices designed to protect your life may prevent you from escaping. Whether you are locked in a car submerged in water or engulfed in flames, the LifeHammer? can very well save your life. This auto emergency tool can cut through a jammed safety belt with its razor-sharp blade and can easily shatter a side or rear window with its dual conical shaped hardened steel head so you can climb out the window.

Very convenient, the LifeHammer? measures only 7.5 inches long and weighs 4.9 ounces. It comes with its own mounting bracket. Just install the bracket on the side of the console or anywhere you can readily reach it during emergency. Since an accident can cause the lights in your car to go out, this car escape tool is especially equipped with a built-in fluorescent button to make it easy to find in the dark.

Engineered in Germany and made in the Netherlands, the award-winning LifeHammer? has been used in Europe for over 20 years. It is fast becoming a standard tool in many police, fire and rescue departments throughout the US and Europe.

Inspired by the LIfeHammer?, the ResQMe? is another innovative auto emergency tool that easily attaches to your keychain. Measuring less than 3 inches long and weighing just over half an ounce (.6 oz), this small and versatile car escape tool packs a mean punch. It is made from durable ABS plastic and features a high quality spring-loaded steel point which easily breaks any tempered glass by simply pressing the black cylinder against the window to release the spring-loaded spike. However, it will not break a windshield or any laminated window. Its sharp, recessed blade can cut through jammed safety belts during car accidents.

With its detachable clip, the ResQMe? securely attaches to any keychain and releases easily with a swift pull for quick response in an emergency situation. This tiny car escape tool, recipient of the Best Automotive Product of 2004 at IPEX, is manufactured in the US and is currently used by many public safety organizations worldwide.