Unfortunately, a major issue in keeping our kids safe when they are in the car is overconfidence in parents! Many don't realize that their child's safety seat is being used incorrectly or is the wrong seat to begin with. A recent SafeKids.org survey revealed that 7 out of 10 parents didn't know that it is unsafe for children to use just a seat belt until they are at least 4 feet 9 inches tall and weigh between 80-100 pounds. By using a booster seat, a child's risk for severe abdominal, head, and spinal injuries in the event of an accident can be reduced by 45%! And, utilizing the correct restraints for infants and toddlers can reduce the chances of fatal injury by 71% and 54%, according to the NHTSA!
The safety of our children is priceless, so don't wait another minute to spread Child Passenger Safety Awareness with a few simple steps! First, make sure your child is in the right safety seat depending on their weight and height. Then, make sure it is installed correctly by reviewing your vehicle's and safety seat's owners manuals, or by heading to a local safety seat check. Lastly, make sure your child is buckled in correctly EVERY SINGLE TIME you get in the car!
As a parent, you want to do everything you can to keep your little one safe, so make sure car seat safety is top of mind too! If you're looking for a vehicle to better accomidate your family, check out the 2014 Ford Flex or 2014 Ford Explorer! Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan. No matter what your auto need, we work hard ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.
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