For your peace of mind
Being prepared isn't just smart—it's essential for you and your loved ones.
Unlike scattered emergency tools stored in your trunk or glove box, The ADD-SCAPE stays with you on your keychain. It's there when you need it most.
That's good for your peace of mind, plus the confidence that you and your family can handle the worst-case scenario.
Safety Glass Disc included to Test
Every package includes a Safety Glass disc to test the glass breaking capabilities
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ADD-SCAPE Emergency Escape Tool FAQs
What does the ADD-SCAPE do?
Answer:
The ADD-SCAPE is a 2-in-1 emergency escape tool designed to help you exit your vehicle quickly in a crisis. It features a hardened window breaker tip to shatter tempered side glass and a concealed razor-edged seatbelt cutter to free yourself from a jammed seatbelt — both essential tools if you're trapped after an accident or in a submerged vehicle.
Where should I store the ADD-SCAPE in my car?
Answer:
For maximum effectiveness, store the ADD-SCAPE where you can reach it easily from the driver's seat — ideally clipped to your visor, attached to your keychain, or kept in your door pocket or center console. Avoid storing it in the trunk or glove box where it may be inaccessible in an emergency.
Will the ADD-SCAPE break my windshield?
Answer:
No. The ADD-SCAPE is designed to break tempered side and rear glass only. Windshields are made from laminated glass (two layers bonded with a plastic interlayer), which is designed to stay intact even under impact. Always use the ADD-SCAPE on a side window, not the front windshield.
How do I use the window-breaking feature?
Answer:
Press the pointed tip firmly against the corner of a side window (avoid the center, which is the strongest point). For spring-loaded models, the mechanism fires automatically upon contact, shattering the tempered glass instantly. The corner is the weakest point of tempered glass — a firm press is all that is needed.
Is the ADD-SCAPE safe to keep in a vehicle with children?
Answer:
Yes. The ADD-SCAPE is designed with a safety cover or protected blade housing so the seatbelt cutter is not exposed during normal storage. We recommend mounting it on the visor or in a fixed location out of reach of young children, and educating older children about its emergency-only purpose.
Can the ADD-SCAPE be used underwater if my car is submerged?
Answer:
Yes. The tool is functional underwater. If your car becomes submerged, wait until the pressure equalizes (when water has nearly filled the cabin) before attempting to open the door — or use the ADD-SCAPE to break a side window and escape earlier. Cut your seatbelt first, then break the window.
How do I use the seatbelt cutter?
Answer:
Slide the seatbelt webbing into the recessed cutting slot on the ADD-SCAPE and pull firmly in one motion. The blade is concealed within the housing so it won't accidentally cut you during normal handling, but it slices through standard seatbelt material quickly under firm pressure. Cut the belt before attempting to break a window.
Does the ADD-SCAPE work on newer vehicles with laminated side windows?
Answer:
The window breaker is designed for tempered glass, which is standard on most side and rear windows. Some newer vehicles (post-2017 in particular) may have laminated side glass. Before relying on any window breaker, check your owner's manual or look for a 'Tempered' marking on the glass edge. If your side windows are laminated, target the rear window or sunroof, which are more likely to still be tempered.
Can I use the ADD-SCAPE to free someone else from another vehicle?
Answer:
Yes. The ADD-SCAPE is equally effective used from outside the vehicle to assist a trapped passenger. Press the window breaker tip firmly against the lower corner of a side window and the tool will shatter the glass, allowing you to reach in and assist.
