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Thursday, December 27, 2007

Things To Consider When Buying A Car Seat

As a parent one of the most important things you have to buy for your child is a car seat. Important in this case meaning it has to be safe and fit the type of car you have. Most car seats today will fit almost all the newer model cars but if you are driving an older vehicle it may not be the case. Regardless if you are to drive with your child in a car, it is the law that the child is in a car seat.

Most of the things you purchase for your child can actually be bought used which is great when it comes to saving you money but unfortunately most people will tell you that the car seat should be the one thing to buy brand new. The reason for this is that you can never know if something has ever happened to that seat and the smallest crack in it can be very dangerous if you are in an accident as well as any damage to the belts.

Before actually buying a car seat there are things you should know to look for and be aware of, you do not just go out and buy one for looks. The purpose of a car seat is to keep your precious child safe in an accident which may otherwise be deadly. A car seat is not a fashion statement; it is about saving your child's life.

Here are some ideas on what to be aware of and look for as you go to find a safe car seat. Remember it is all about safety, not vanity. Proper installation is the most important part of buying a good car seat. Inspections of car seats reveal that the majority of car seats are installed improperly. Car seats which come with bad instructions and that are to complicated to install can be very dangerous.

Do not buy a car seat that does not properly fit your vehicle. Especially if you have an older model car and are uncertain if the car seat will fit your car, be sure to check with the auto dealer.

Make sure to look for the seal of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard. Parents should only buy car seats that meet or exceed this federal standard.

Do not buy a car seat that is too small for your child, give him room to grow. All seats carry a rating for maximum height and weight.

Not all car seats are compatible with all styles of seat belts. If you are unsure what type of car seat you need, be sure to consult with the manufacturer.

There are a number of safety recalls on car seats every year, and it is important to check for recalls on the model car seat you are considering.

Watch the quality of the car seat, check for lose parts and sharp edges.

David Crowton is an established expert copywriter. He is known for doing in-depth research before writing his articles.

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