At the international vehicle safety conference ESV in Amsterdam on June 4-7, automotive safety specialist Autoliv launches a new system to protect pedestrians when struck by cars. The new system could significantly reduce the risk for serious and fatal head injuries.

(Stockholm, Apr. 3, 2002) - Autoliv Inc. (NYSE: ALV and SSE: ALIV) has started to introduce a seat belt system which can adapt its restraining force - and hence the load on the occupant - to the severity of the crash and to the restraining force of the airbag. In future vehicles this technological breakthrough will also enable the seat belt to adjust its restraining force to each occupant. This smart seat belt will be particularly beneficial for the elderly and for small women. The new improvement is currently being introduced globally on the new BMW 7-series and the new Mercedes E-Class.