Quick help after accident: This is how Ecall saves life on the street!

Quick help after accident: This is how Ecall saves life on the street!

A spectacular accident on the street has once again demonstrated the advantages of modern technology. Today, on January 7, 2025, a vehicle whose driver was distracted by the radio was recovered by the professional fire brigade after an automatic emergency call system alerted the emergency services. The man was able to free himself from his car, however, suffered a shock and was taken to the hospital, as orf.at . He was unharmed, but the distraction when driving shows how quickly accidents can happen.

ecall: save life through technology

This incident illustrates the importance of the Ecall system, which has been mandatory in newly approved vehicles since March 31, 2018. The system automatically alerts emergency number 112, even if the driver is passed out after a crash, and transmits the exact location of the vehicle and relevant accident information to the rescue workers. As a result, these can be faster at the scene of the accident, which is often crucial for the rescue of life. According to bmk.gv.at , the ECALL system not only indicates the blue light organizations, but also the direction of travel to increase efficiency in rescue measures.

The introduction of the Ecall system is praised by Transport Minister Norbert Hofer as a significant step to improve traffic safety. "The support from modern technologies in the vehicle and on the streets can help reduce the number of fatal accidents," said Hofer. Important measures are the timely reporting of accidents, the rapid alarm of the emergency services and their rapid arrival on site. The Ecall is part of the EU initiative to improve traffic safety and will aim to efficiently help both serious traffic accidents and other dangerous situations.