Would YOU wear an inflatable cycling helmet? Wearable airbag is three times SAFER than traditional gear, makers claim
Swedish company Hövding has released a new video of their ‘revolutionary’ bike helmet for cyclists
Their helmet is a collar you wear around your neck
In the event of an accident it will inflate, protecting your head
Sensors constantly monitor movement when it is switched on
They detect changes in velocity or angle that indicate an accident
It costs £299 and can only be used once
Hövding's collar (left) inflates when it detects unnatural movement (right), protecting your head as you fall to the ground in an accident (or just being a nuisance when you brake too quickly)
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But one company claim their airbag helmet is not only a worthwhile fashion accessory - it's also considerably safer than a regular bike helmet.
The Swedish makers say that many modern bike helmets only just comply with European regulations.
But their helmet apparently performed considerably better in testing, making it three times safer than traditional helmets.
