Find the Right Car Seat for Your Pup
Traveling with pets, whether it’s a short trip to the vet or a long road trip with the family, requires extra consideration. You might need to pack treats, water, a special toy, blanket, or medication, especially if your pup doesn’t love riding in the car. In addition to the essentials to keep your pup happy […]
Nissan Sentra Makes 2021 Honor Roll for Car Seat Fit
The Nissan Sentra has made the grade. After achieving high marks in the requisite subjects (evaluations), the 2021 Nissan Sentra has made Cars.com’s 2021 Car Seat Fit Report Card. A total of 51 vehicles designed with families in mind were evaluated by child-passenger safety techs at Cars.com. The 2021 Nissan Sentra was one of four […]
Is Renting a Car Seat a Safe Idea on Vacation?
Children might be small, but they require you to bring a huge amount of stuff with you when traveling. And the smaller they are, the more stuff they need. If you’re heading on vacation and plan to fly, you’ll need to consider your car seat needs as well as things like a travel crib, diapers, […]
Car Seat Rules to Keep Your Kids Safer
Car seats are designed specifically to keep little ones safe while riding in a car. But used incorrectly, car seats can be much less safe than you think they are. The following rules will help you ensure your child is as safe as possible on the road. Safety Awards: See which Buick and GMC models […]
When Should You Switch to a Convertible Car Seat?
From the time you first find out you’re expecting a child, car seat safety is likely high on your list of priorities. All U.S. states and territories require child safety seats for infants and children up to a certain weight and height, but there’s no law stating which kind of seat to use. And while […]
4 Tips for Winter Child Car Seat Safety
A properly installed car seat can help keep your child safer on the road. But in the colder months, there are a few easy mistakes you might make to decrease the effectiveness of the car seat in a collision. Here are some tips to help keep your child warm in the winter without compromising their […]
Baby Safety Month: How to Choose a Car Seat
If you have a child and you drive a car, you need to have a properly installed car seat. In fact, most hospitals won’t discharge you and your new baby unless you have one. As the main piece of equipment designed for your child’s safety on the road, a car seat is one of the […]
Baby Safety Month: How to Properly Install a Car Seat
Your child’s car seat is one of the most important purchases you will make as a parent. Once you’ve chosen the right one for your vehicle and your child, the next step is to install it early enough before your baby is born so that you are familiar with how it works. Perfect for Families: […]
Baby Safety Month: How Car Seat Safety Has Improved
Car seats are vital when it comes to keeping your child safe in the car. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 608 child passengers age 12 and younger were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2019, and over 91,000 were injured that same year. A whopping 38 percent of the children who […]
NHTSA Is Urged to Make Car Seat Side-Impact Standards
Recently, the attorneys general representing 17 states and Washington, D.C. requested that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration set side-impact standards for child car seats. Congress first asked for the NHTSA to create side-impact standards more than 20 years ago, but it still has not done so. Keeping Your Family Safe on the Go: Mitsubishi’s […]
Where Should I Install My Child’s Car Seat?
Whether you’re a first-time parent or an experienced pro, it’s important to learn all there is to learn about car seat installation before taking your child out in the car. Statistics show that motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death among children. In 2018, 33 percent of children 12 and younger who died […]
The Best Convertible Car Seats
This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel may earn a small commission when you click on links and complete qualifying purchases. You can read our full disclaimer here. Convertible car seats are a smart investment if you want a product that grows with your child. But which one should you buy? […]
Car Seat Stages As Your Child Grows
If you’re about to be a parent or plan on being one at some point in the future, it’s good to know which car seats correspond to which stage of a child’s growth. Here’s a brief overview of the car seat progression so you have a better idea of what car seats you’ll need to […]
Toyota Launches Helpful New Car Seat App
Toyota’s new app could go a long way toward helping parents keep their children safe
Why Do Child Car Seats Have Expiration Dates?
Seeking out gently-used children’s clothes and gear is a great way to help curb the costs associated with raising kids. But car seats are one item you’ll want to buy brand-new, to avoid purchasing an older model that is past its expiration date. We’ve rounded up some valid reasons why car seats expire — in […]
The Fascinating History of the Car Seat
It’s easy to take modern-day car seats for granted. But 21st-century car seats are definitely an innovation that deserves to be celebrated. Here’s a brief overview of how car seats have evolved over the years. Elevated Drives: Tips for driving safely on Colorado’s mountain roads The first car seats Early car seats were designed more […]
How to Easily Clean & Condition Leather Car Seats
The proper way to restore and protect your vehicle’s premium upholstery
Leather car seats require special care to maintain them. You don’t want to ruin them through neglect or abuse after you spent extra money for that fancy leather interior. Here is a quick guide on how to properly clean and condition leather car seats so you don’t damage them. More Helpful Tips: Here are some […]
Tips for Sanitizing Your Child’s Car Seat from Coronavirus
With the entire world dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, you are probably cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing as you’ve never done before, especially if you’re a parent. Every surface in your house and car needs attention. If you haven’t already, here are some tips on how to clean your child’s car seat. Car Care: How to […]