Ford's Hangover suit

With many people drinking more than usual over the festive period, it is a peak time for drivers to take a risk that could be fatal – both for themselves and other road users.

Autocar Professional BureauBy Autocar Professional Bureau calendar 16 Dec 2016 Views icon5562 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
Ford's Hangover suit

Ford has commissioned the ‘Hangover Suit’ from the renowned Meyer‑Hentschel Institute, in Germany, to highlight the dangers of drinking and driving.  Weighing more than 17 kg, the ‘Hangover Suit’ consists of a special vest, wrist and ankle weights, cap and goggles, and headphones. Together, these simulate the classic hangover symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, a throbbing head and difficulty concentrating.


Click here to read the full story

RELATED ARTICLES
Video: Renault Bets on Duster, Hybrid Tech for India Comeback

auther Autocar Professional Bureau calendar18 Mar 2026

Renault India eyes a broader comeback with the Duster relaunch, hybrid technology, deeper localisation, and scaled-up pr...

Video: Motul Bets on EV and Hydrogen as It Reinvents Itself for a Multi-Technology Mobility Future

auther Prerna Lidhoo calendar12 Mar 2026

Motul's R&D chief explains how the 170-year-old French lubricants giant is embracing electrification, hydrogen, and sust...

Video: Women Make Up 40% of Workforce at JSW MG Motor India's Halol Plant

auther Prerna Lidhoo calendar11 Mar 2026

The automaker is expanding female participation on the shopfloor and in sales, backed by dedicated support programmes fo...