Seatbelt Simulation (IMAGE) Virginia Tech Caption A sudden stop at even a low speed -- under 10 mph -- can fling a driver or passenger painfully forward. Police officers used the "seatbelt convincer" to provide that experience for high school students during a Virginia Tech Transportation Institute-sponsored event in 2010. The lesson: Fasten your seat belt. Credit Virginia Tech Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.