Suicide doors

[crapper]

I'm just watching a film called Female Agents (WWII film) and most of the cars have suicide door. Does anyone know when the car industry switch majority to the 'normal' doors we are used to? Also do you know the reason why (possibly easier access).

[crapper]

Lol! I was thinking that it sounded like a stupid question but I still have no idea why they got changed.

[crapper]

Damn double post!

Edited by crapper on Sunday 2nd January 23:07

[crapper]

Good find Desiato.

k-ink said:

Also maybe a frontal crash would deform the door frame more easily and stop you getting out?

Good thought but was car safety so advanced in the late 50's early 60's?