You think you have everything mapped out. Road snacks and activities? Check. Emergency kit, scheduled maintenance completion and a tank full of gas? Check. The safety and all-weather reassurance of a family-oriented ride like the Toyota RAV4? Check.
But what many parents overlook--at no fault to them--are the car seats. Car seats are often ignored and for one simple reason: You believe everything is properly installed. Taking a few minutes to double check everything could make a substantial difference in your child’s safety. Here are some things to keep in mind before hitting the road:
- Pinch the car seat strap near your child’s shoulder and tug the car seat from side to side and front and back. If the seat moves or you can pinch a wrinkle of clothing, adjust the car seat accordingly.
- Never add extra layers between your child and car seat.
- If the seat belt buckle is too hot, let it cool before buckling your child in.
- In the event of a crash, make sure all cargo is secure.
- Rented car seats do not come with CARFAX. Because of foggy histories, it is better you do not rent them.
At Concord Toyota, we want you and all our Concord families to stay safe. Keep these tips in mind, and should you be in the market for more tips or want to double-check to make sure your car seat is good to go, just pay us a visit today.
