I really feel stupid for buying this car seat, I jumped the gun and purchased it because I fell in love with the design, I now wish that I had purchased a full travel system. I was wondering if anyone knew if there is a stroller that will allow me to attach the car seat to it. I do not want a frame, I want to purchase something I can use when my baby gets older, too.|||I know you don't want to buy a frame (one you just sit a car seat it, not actual stroller) but take it from me, after they grow out of the infant car seat, you really aren't going to want to use a huge travel system stroller anyway. Just buy a cheap frame type thing or even a sling for now. Then later when your child is around 5 months old use a lightweight stroller. Chicco make a $50 or $60 lightweight stroller that is really nice. I have a Maclaren that is lightweight and i never use my big bulky stroller. In fact, my daughter is 21 months and i'm thinking about selling it at our garage sale next week. Invest in a really good lightweight stroller instead, you'll be happy you did later!|||I have a travel system and absolutely love it! Most travel systems however, only work with the car seat they come with.|||I am not sure where you bought it but most places will take items back for 90 days.|||Travel Systems are not necessary. Really. Studies released last year (and done before then as well) have said that a baby should be sleeping on a flat surface (crib, bassinet, flat stroller) not an incline (car seat, stroller leaning up, etc.) The car seat is the safest place for baby to be in the car, but out of the car there's negatives, their oxygen level going down. Car seats should not be used on shopping carts, as a place to sleep, or anything like that. And if you want to use a stroller, then finding one that lays flat is better than using a baby-seat in it that keeps them at that crunched position sitting up slightly. (That crunched position also causes acid reflux and tends to make colicky symptoms worse for a baby. They can't relax like that and that's not good for digestion.)
So go with a good stroller, one that lays flat if you want to use it in the first 3 months. The Graco Quatro Tour Deluxe isn't that expensive and lays flat. The Chicco brand has always laid flat, so if you go on Craigslist you can usually find one there for not too much. I love the Baby Trend joggers. I don't use them for jogging, but the baby/toddler has cup holders, the wheels are huge and rubber so they give a smooth and quiet ride, and it's not very wide so it fits in most stores without taking much room. (For the record, the baby trend doesn't lay flat, but at a low recline for 2-3 months up.)
Right now I'm using a Baby Trend jogger for my toddler and carrying my 2 month old son in a chest carrier (an Ergo), bypassing the stroller altogether for him for now.
Friday, December 9, 2011
A roomy car with low gas mileage and good safety standards.?
All of our vehicles do not have enough room in the back seat for a rear facing car seat with out moving the front seats almost all the way forward. I am wanting to trade in two of our vehicles for a some what low cost car that has a roomy back seat, good safety standards and low gas mileage. Any suggestions?|||If you want a roomy back seat, good safety features and (i think you mean) high gas mileage get the 2010-2011 Honda Accord. It is equipped with MANY safety features, it is very roomy it is considered a full sized car instead of a mid sized car. The accord 4 cylinder gets 23 mpg city and 34 mpg highway. The 6 cylinder on the other hand gets 20mpg city and 30 mph highway. Both the 4 and 6 cylinder use Regular gasoline and has an 18.5 gallon tank. If you want to see the Accord safety features click this link ---%26gt; http://automobiles.honda.com/accord-seda鈥?/a>
This Accord starts at $21,980, top of the line is $31,000.
If you want a cheaper used car get the 2006-2007 Accord . I have one myself. It is very reliable, VERY roomy. Comfortable seating, it has phenomenal brakes, they are very sensitive too. You really will not understand the power of the brakes unless you test drive one. The price of this car really depends on the amount of miles on the car. The car has a very neat window feature. If it is hot outside and you want to cool off the car, press the unlock button once then press and hold the unlock button, it should open all your windows.
Good luck|||Jeep patriot or jeep liberty.|||Toyota avanza|||Nissan Versa.|||buy an SUV
This Accord starts at $21,980, top of the line is $31,000.
If you want a cheaper used car get the 2006-2007 Accord . I have one myself. It is very reliable, VERY roomy. Comfortable seating, it has phenomenal brakes, they are very sensitive too. You really will not understand the power of the brakes unless you test drive one. The price of this car really depends on the amount of miles on the car. The car has a very neat window feature. If it is hot outside and you want to cool off the car, press the unlock button once then press and hold the unlock button, it should open all your windows.
Good luck|||Jeep patriot or jeep liberty.|||Toyota avanza|||Nissan Versa.|||buy an SUV
F1: What is the safety car for?
I am new to the sport and I see a safety car heading the pack for awhile before steering to the side and then the race picks up.|||To guide the cars around the circuit at a reduced speed when there a potentially dangerous situation on track (a retired car park on certain areas on the circuit, debris / oil on circuit, poor visibility due to rain etc)
A more detailed explanation can be found on the Formula 1 Official site|||Thanks everyone for your answers! It helped!
|||Basically when ever there is a crash , the safety car is brought out to restrict the speed of all the F1 cars so that the track marshals can clear the debris. When ever the safety car is out no one can overtake.|||To slow the the speeds of the race cars before the start and when there's danger if the cars continue racing.
A more detailed explanation can be found on the Formula 1 Official site|||Thanks everyone for your answers! It helped!
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|||Basically when ever there is a crash , the safety car is brought out to restrict the speed of all the F1 cars so that the track marshals can clear the debris. When ever the safety car is out no one can overtake.|||To slow the the speeds of the race cars before the start and when there's danger if the cars continue racing.
Does anyone know a good website to find out the safety ratings for infant car seats?
I am looking into the Combi Zeus Convertible Car Seat but also want info on other infant seats. I have read recalls where some detached from the base during accidents. |||There isn't one - they do not release, or even give, safety 'ratings'. In the US, car seats only get a pass/fail grade on tests. If its for sale - it passed. The only ratings you can possibly see are ease of use ratings, and they're frequently not accurrate, b/c their biggest concern is often cost, regardless of how the seat works.
Consumer Reports is not something you want to listen to for car seat advice. For one, they refuse to release how they do their tests, which as any scientist will say, makes their tests worthless b/c they can't be repeated. And they frequently recommend seats that car seat techs say not to get. They don't get the advice of any safety experts, nor do they have CPSTs (child passenger safety technicians) present during the tests.
NHTSA EASE OF USE RATINGS:
http://www.nhtsa.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/t鈥?/a>
THE EXPERTS OPINION ON CONSUMER REPORTS:
http://www.car-safety.org/faq.html#Q30
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=2鈥?/a>
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=2鈥?/a>
http://www.car-safety.org/guide.html#cr
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=7鈥?/a>
Is is pretty much universally agreed upon the Britax makes great seats - but they are not the only great ones out there. When figuring which seat to buy, don't just look at what it costs, you have to figure in how long you'll actually get to use it in the cost. Most 40lbs seats will be outgrown before the child hits 3 years old, so 3 years of use for $150 is not a great deal. Whereas the Marathon gets 5-6 years of use for $249 or less, much better deal along with being easier to use.
The Combi Zeus is not a highly recommended seat, it is too small to last kids very long, with a very low rear facing weight limit. It will be coming out with a higher weight limit in early '09. Currently, it only rear faces to a way too low 22lbs, compared to ALL other convertible car seats being 30-35lbs. And the top slots are only 13" high, compared to the top slots of other seats, that's paltry, and most kids would outgrow it rear facing at 4-5 months, and outgrow it forward facing by 1-2 years. overall, a sucky seat. If you want the turn feature and have the $$, look up the Orbit. Here's what techs say about the Zeus: http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t鈥?/a>
When shopping Remember these rules:
1)the BEST seat is the one that fits your child, fits your car, and will be used correctly 100% of the time. (This is why convenience features DO make a difference and ARE worth the money!
2)children need to stay rear facing as long as possible.
Turning kids forward at 20lbs/1year is an outdated practice that could cost you your child's life!
A)A forward-facing child under 2 years old is 5 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a crash than a rear-facing child of the same age.
B)A child's vertabrae do not fully fuse until 3-6 years old, before then, she is at great risk for internal decapitation. The spinal column can stretch up to 2 inches in a crash BUT the spinal cord can only stretch up to 1/4 inch before it snaps and baby is gone.
C)Current research suggests that children under the age of two years are 75 percent less likely to die or be seriously injured when they are riding rear facing.
D)In a recent article from Injury Prevention, it was found that the odds of severe injury to forward facing children age 12-23 months old was 5.32 times higher than a rear facing child. (Car Safety Seats For Children: Rear Facing For Best Protection; Injury Prevention 2007; 13:398-402.)
3)Once you do turn them forward facing, they need to stay in a 5 point harness as long as possible. 4 years/40lbs is the minimum for riding in a booster, and most 4 year olds have no business using one yet. If they can't sit upright for an entire trip, they need the harness of a car seat still. And, even if they do sit properly, a 5 point harness is safer, so you want to keep them in one as long as possible. This is important to consider b/c most car seats only forward face to 40lbs.
So...knowing all that, here's some about specific seats. Don't get a Graco Comfort Sport. Car seat techs call it the 'crappysport'. LOL Its a crappy seat that won't last your child very long b/c it has a really short shell. The straps twist all the time, and if they're twisted they won't support your child in a wreck properly. They're hard to install. There's nothing good about these seats except perhaps they're cheap sometimes. Ditto the Safety1st 3-in-1/Cosco Alpha Omega/Eddie Bauer 3-in1 seats. These are all the same company - same seat, just different covers. They stink. Hard to install, b/c of narrow belt paths. Ever tried to wash a skinny cup by hand? Now imagine that skinny cup with pointy edges. That's what putting your hand through these to install them is like. AND they have too short a shell to really go to 40lbs. And that's another misleading thing the box says - 5-100lbs. What the box fails to mention (you don't find out until reading the manual!) is that the harness only goes to 40lbs, NOT 100lbs! After 40lbs it must be used as a booster.And they do not make good boosters. Also, most kids have to use boosters until they're at least 8 years old. Car seats expire 6 years after the date of manufacture, so no matter what they say it is NOT the last seat you'll ever need to buy...Had to edit this part now, b/c Dorel has revamped the 3-in-1s, and if make sure you get an ALpha Omega Elite or 3-in-1 that specifically says up to 50lbs, its not a bad seat. The Triumph Advance and Britax Marathon install a heck of a lot easier, but the AOE is an ok option as long as its the new one.
The Britax Marathon/Boulevard/Decathalon (These 3 are the same seat, just different features. The Marathon a wide open easy to route belt path, which makes using it correctly a lot easier, as do the built in lockoffs, which mean you never again have to use a locking clip. Because of the way the base is made, it fits in most cars. And, it is worth the money, b/c it lasts usually twice as long as most other car seats lasting a baby till they are 5-6 years old, where most at Walmart will only last till 2-4 years old. Rear faces to 33lbs, then forward to 65lbs. and top slots 17inches tall, lasts most kids to ages 5-6 years old.
The Evenflo Triumph Advance (not the original Triumph, make sure it says Advance) is a great seat. Top slots 17", harnesses to 35lbs rear facing, and 50lbs forward facing. Wide open belt path, easy to install. The harness adjusts at the front of the car seat, you don't have to take the car seat out of the car just to raise/lower the straps. It has infinite harness adjustment so the harness always fits perfectly until its outgrown. You tighten and loosen the harness using knobs on the side of the seat. It can be used in a recline position even in forward facing mode.
The Compass True Fit, same as First Years True Fit, is great too. 16.5 inch top harness slots, half inch shorter than the Britax Marathon and Evenflo Triumph Advance. Rear faces to 35lbs, forward faces to 65lbs, has built-in lockoffs, and you never have to rethread the harness to change harness height. The headrest is removable to fit better in smaller cars.
WHY REAR FACING:
http://www.carseat.org/Resources/633.pdf
In the foreground is a forward facing seat, in the background a rear facing seat. You can see how much trauma the forward facing dummy has to endure. The rear facing child simply rides it out.
http://www.oeamtc.at/netautor/html_seite鈥?/a>
Here's another video. You can see how there is NO trauma to the baby, it simply sits there waiting for it to end.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v163/j鈥?/a>
The story of a child who suffered severe injuries from being forward facing when he could've been rear facing:
http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t鈥?/a>|||Here is the government web page on car seats for infants. Click on convertible.
All the best.
http://www.nhtsa.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/t鈥?/a>
|||Just wanted to give a shorter answer that I think will really help you: Read the *loooong* answer you were given!
LOL... I know it's tempting to brush over a very long answer like that... but I've read a lot of this posters answers and A) He/She know his/her stuff and B) This answer has a lot of good personalized info right on point to your quiestion.
I don't know quite as much about individual seats... because with our finances we really have to go as cheap as possible. But I'm all about knowing the 'best practices' in car seat use. The safety info and shopping guides here: http://www.cpsafety.com/default.aspx may help some also... but really... read the long answer. :)|||This site has all that you need and good luck.....
http://www.consumersearch.com/baby-car-s鈥?/a>|||consumerreport.com is good for nearly everything you can buy.
|||Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports is not something you want to listen to for car seat advice. For one, they refuse to release how they do their tests, which as any scientist will say, makes their tests worthless b/c they can't be repeated. And they frequently recommend seats that car seat techs say not to get. They don't get the advice of any safety experts, nor do they have CPSTs (child passenger safety technicians) present during the tests.
NHTSA EASE OF USE RATINGS:
http://www.nhtsa.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/t鈥?/a>
THE EXPERTS OPINION ON CONSUMER REPORTS:
http://www.car-safety.org/faq.html#Q30
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=2鈥?/a>
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=2鈥?/a>
http://www.car-safety.org/guide.html#cr
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=7鈥?/a>
Is is pretty much universally agreed upon the Britax makes great seats - but they are not the only great ones out there. When figuring which seat to buy, don't just look at what it costs, you have to figure in how long you'll actually get to use it in the cost. Most 40lbs seats will be outgrown before the child hits 3 years old, so 3 years of use for $150 is not a great deal. Whereas the Marathon gets 5-6 years of use for $249 or less, much better deal along with being easier to use.
The Combi Zeus is not a highly recommended seat, it is too small to last kids very long, with a very low rear facing weight limit. It will be coming out with a higher weight limit in early '09. Currently, it only rear faces to a way too low 22lbs, compared to ALL other convertible car seats being 30-35lbs. And the top slots are only 13" high, compared to the top slots of other seats, that's paltry, and most kids would outgrow it rear facing at 4-5 months, and outgrow it forward facing by 1-2 years. overall, a sucky seat. If you want the turn feature and have the $$, look up the Orbit. Here's what techs say about the Zeus: http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t鈥?/a>
When shopping Remember these rules:
1)the BEST seat is the one that fits your child, fits your car, and will be used correctly 100% of the time. (This is why convenience features DO make a difference and ARE worth the money!
2)children need to stay rear facing as long as possible.
Turning kids forward at 20lbs/1year is an outdated practice that could cost you your child's life!
A)A forward-facing child under 2 years old is 5 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a crash than a rear-facing child of the same age.
B)A child's vertabrae do not fully fuse until 3-6 years old, before then, she is at great risk for internal decapitation. The spinal column can stretch up to 2 inches in a crash BUT the spinal cord can only stretch up to 1/4 inch before it snaps and baby is gone.
C)Current research suggests that children under the age of two years are 75 percent less likely to die or be seriously injured when they are riding rear facing.
D)In a recent article from Injury Prevention, it was found that the odds of severe injury to forward facing children age 12-23 months old was 5.32 times higher than a rear facing child. (Car Safety Seats For Children: Rear Facing For Best Protection; Injury Prevention 2007; 13:398-402.)
3)Once you do turn them forward facing, they need to stay in a 5 point harness as long as possible. 4 years/40lbs is the minimum for riding in a booster, and most 4 year olds have no business using one yet. If they can't sit upright for an entire trip, they need the harness of a car seat still. And, even if they do sit properly, a 5 point harness is safer, so you want to keep them in one as long as possible. This is important to consider b/c most car seats only forward face to 40lbs.
So...knowing all that, here's some about specific seats. Don't get a Graco Comfort Sport. Car seat techs call it the 'crappysport'. LOL Its a crappy seat that won't last your child very long b/c it has a really short shell. The straps twist all the time, and if they're twisted they won't support your child in a wreck properly. They're hard to install. There's nothing good about these seats except perhaps they're cheap sometimes. Ditto the Safety1st 3-in-1/Cosco Alpha Omega/Eddie Bauer 3-in1 seats. These are all the same company - same seat, just different covers. They stink. Hard to install, b/c of narrow belt paths. Ever tried to wash a skinny cup by hand? Now imagine that skinny cup with pointy edges. That's what putting your hand through these to install them is like. AND they have too short a shell to really go to 40lbs. And that's another misleading thing the box says - 5-100lbs. What the box fails to mention (you don't find out until reading the manual!) is that the harness only goes to 40lbs, NOT 100lbs! After 40lbs it must be used as a booster.And they do not make good boosters. Also, most kids have to use boosters until they're at least 8 years old. Car seats expire 6 years after the date of manufacture, so no matter what they say it is NOT the last seat you'll ever need to buy...Had to edit this part now, b/c Dorel has revamped the 3-in-1s, and if make sure you get an ALpha Omega Elite or 3-in-1 that specifically says up to 50lbs, its not a bad seat. The Triumph Advance and Britax Marathon install a heck of a lot easier, but the AOE is an ok option as long as its the new one.
The Britax Marathon/Boulevard/Decathalon (These 3 are the same seat, just different features. The Marathon a wide open easy to route belt path, which makes using it correctly a lot easier, as do the built in lockoffs, which mean you never again have to use a locking clip. Because of the way the base is made, it fits in most cars. And, it is worth the money, b/c it lasts usually twice as long as most other car seats lasting a baby till they are 5-6 years old, where most at Walmart will only last till 2-4 years old. Rear faces to 33lbs, then forward to 65lbs. and top slots 17inches tall, lasts most kids to ages 5-6 years old.
The Evenflo Triumph Advance (not the original Triumph, make sure it says Advance) is a great seat. Top slots 17", harnesses to 35lbs rear facing, and 50lbs forward facing. Wide open belt path, easy to install. The harness adjusts at the front of the car seat, you don't have to take the car seat out of the car just to raise/lower the straps. It has infinite harness adjustment so the harness always fits perfectly until its outgrown. You tighten and loosen the harness using knobs on the side of the seat. It can be used in a recline position even in forward facing mode.
The Compass True Fit, same as First Years True Fit, is great too. 16.5 inch top harness slots, half inch shorter than the Britax Marathon and Evenflo Triumph Advance. Rear faces to 35lbs, forward faces to 65lbs, has built-in lockoffs, and you never have to rethread the harness to change harness height. The headrest is removable to fit better in smaller cars.
WHY REAR FACING:
http://www.carseat.org/Resources/633.pdf
In the foreground is a forward facing seat, in the background a rear facing seat. You can see how much trauma the forward facing dummy has to endure. The rear facing child simply rides it out.
http://www.oeamtc.at/netautor/html_seite鈥?/a>
Here's another video. You can see how there is NO trauma to the baby, it simply sits there waiting for it to end.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v163/j鈥?/a>
The story of a child who suffered severe injuries from being forward facing when he could've been rear facing:
http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t鈥?/a>|||Here is the government web page on car seats for infants. Click on convertible.
All the best.
http://www.nhtsa.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/t鈥?/a>
|||Just wanted to give a shorter answer that I think will really help you: Read the *loooong* answer you were given!
LOL... I know it's tempting to brush over a very long answer like that... but I've read a lot of this posters answers and A) He/She know his/her stuff and B) This answer has a lot of good personalized info right on point to your quiestion.
I don't know quite as much about individual seats... because with our finances we really have to go as cheap as possible. But I'm all about knowing the 'best practices' in car seat use. The safety info and shopping guides here: http://www.cpsafety.com/default.aspx may help some also... but really... read the long answer. :)|||This site has all that you need and good luck.....
http://www.consumersearch.com/baby-car-s鈥?/a>|||consumerreport.com is good for nearly everything you can buy.
|||Consumer Reports
What do I do in the case of a safety recall on my car?
I was looking online and typed in my VIN number to the Toyota site. There were two safety recalls that I was unaware of. Can I still have it taken care of with them paying for it? Also, can I take it to any Toyota dealership? Or do I have to take it to the one I purchased it at? The one I purchased it at is almost 2 hours away. There is now one that is about 45 mins away from me.|||Call the service dept. they will check your vin to see if the repair was made. if not you can make an appointment and they will fix it for free.|||you can bring it to any toyota dealership, and it should be fixed for free
What safety features does your car have?
How many airbags?
How many acronyms? ABS EBD TSC ESP EBA.. The list goes on.
Which do you car have?
I will start.. ABS EBD.. 6 airbags
Just curious, thanks in advance|||6 Airbags
AAR = Automatic Air Recirculation
AB = Airbag
ABS = Anti-lock braking system
AC = Air-Conditioning
CC = Cruise Control
ASC = Automatic Stability Control
CBC = Cornering Brake Control
CCC = Car Communications Computer
CDV = Clutch Delay Valve
CID = Central Information Display i-Drive
DBC = Dynamic Brake Control
DCC = Dynamic Cruise Control
DCS = Dealer Communication System
Double VANOS = Variable Nockenwellen Steuerung (steplessly variable intake and exhaust valve timing)
DSC = Dynamic Stability Control
DTC = Dynamic Traction Control
DRL = Daytime Running Lights
FTM = Flat Tire Monitor
HWS = Headlight Washer
MFS = Multi-Function Steering
PDC = Park Distance
RFT = Run Flat
SRS = Supplemental Restraint
TPM = Tire Pressure Monitor
VAC = Voice Activated Control
Think that's all . . .
Car - BMW 335i Coup茅 (E92) M-Sport|||93 nissan altima, 1 airbag,ABS and automatic seat belts.|||i gotta 1973 dodge 3/4 ton pickup and its only safety feature is that it weighs more than a schoolbus|||The wife|||Ummm, my car has me. I'm the safety feature.
How many acronyms? ABS EBD TSC ESP EBA.. The list goes on.
Which do you car have?
I will start.. ABS EBD.. 6 airbags
Just curious, thanks in advance|||6 Airbags
AAR = Automatic Air Recirculation
AB = Airbag
ABS = Anti-lock braking system
AC = Air-Conditioning
CC = Cruise Control
ASC = Automatic Stability Control
CBC = Cornering Brake Control
CCC = Car Communications Computer
CDV = Clutch Delay Valve
CID = Central Information Display i-Drive
DBC = Dynamic Brake Control
DCC = Dynamic Cruise Control
DCS = Dealer Communication System
Double VANOS = Variable Nockenwellen Steuerung (steplessly variable intake and exhaust valve timing)
DSC = Dynamic Stability Control
DTC = Dynamic Traction Control
DRL = Daytime Running Lights
FTM = Flat Tire Monitor
HWS = Headlight Washer
MFS = Multi-Function Steering
PDC = Park Distance
RFT = Run Flat
SRS = Supplemental Restraint
TPM = Tire Pressure Monitor
VAC = Voice Activated Control
Think that's all . . .
Car - BMW 335i Coup茅 (E92) M-Sport|||93 nissan altima, 1 airbag,ABS and automatic seat belts.|||i gotta 1973 dodge 3/4 ton pickup and its only safety feature is that it weighs more than a schoolbus|||The wife|||Ummm, my car has me. I'm the safety feature.
What does a car need to pass safety inspection as far as doors go?
The two side doors on the passenger side are busted in (the inside of the car is fine, it's mostly the door frame I guess) but they won't open and the windows can't go down. The two doors on the driver's side however are fine. Do I need new doors period or does it even matter? I live in Kansas City, MO if it's different around the country.|||Well, I've heard of people pulling the doors OFF to pass inspection, as there's no requirement for a door to BE there ( a la Jeep CJ, etc ), as long as people can exit safely, it may be legal to remove the doors. You'd have to research that, though,and be prepared to show the regulations regarding that. But if a Jeep CJ , which has removeable doors, and it's not illegal to drive with them like that (removed), as long as the seat belts function, I can't see why a car couldn't pass with that as well. You just may have a hard time getting the inspector to buy it without legal proof. Good luck on that.
Bottom line is, call around, and ask different stations that inspect in your area if they consider it legal or illegal. If you hit one that says it doesn't matter, then take your car there IMMEDIATELY. %26lt;grin%26gt;
- The Gremlin Guy -|||You should probably get new doors. Last time I checked all doors have to be in good working conditions to pass an inspection test.|||I have never seen anyone check doors on a car during a safety check. I live in Ma.|||Wyoming doesn't have a safety inspection
Bottom line is, call around, and ask different stations that inspect in your area if they consider it legal or illegal. If you hit one that says it doesn't matter, then take your car there IMMEDIATELY. %26lt;grin%26gt;
- The Gremlin Guy -|||You should probably get new doors. Last time I checked all doors have to be in good working conditions to pass an inspection test.|||I have never seen anyone check doors on a car during a safety check. I live in Ma.|||Wyoming doesn't have a safety inspection
Does a Compact Car Mean Compromised Safety?
I am looking for a compact car but I am worried that compact cars are a death trap. Should I be worried and are there any small cars that are very safe in an accident?|||LAW OF PHYSICS #1.........
MASS + SPEED = INERTIA.
INERTIA CANCELS OUT ANYTHING IN ITS PATH THAT IS
LESSER IN SIZE , POWER , OR DENSITY.
a chevy silverado running into a smart car is like stepping on a bug
and having to wipe the bug juice off your feet.
if you are in a smart car , or mini cooper ,or any of those other squashy cars, please get life insurance. Your relatives will thank you.|||Consumer Reports does safety testing and rates all automobiles sold in the U.S. We always check the ratings before we buy a car. My husband has had three Nissan Sentras, both because of fuel economy and crash test results. Yes, he has been in accidents in all of them, but never injured in any way.
The biggest safety measure is defensive driving. Watch out for the other drivers and road hazards, stay alert and stay off the cell phone! NO texting while driving, ever!!|||more mass doesn't equal more safety, it's all about design
http://www.automotive.com/new-cars/safet鈥?/a>|||In a small car you have a much better chance of avoiding an accident that you do in a battleship. Small cars are nimble and quick. It all depends more on the driver than the car%26lt;
MASS + SPEED = INERTIA.
INERTIA CANCELS OUT ANYTHING IN ITS PATH THAT IS
LESSER IN SIZE , POWER , OR DENSITY.
a chevy silverado running into a smart car is like stepping on a bug
and having to wipe the bug juice off your feet.
if you are in a smart car , or mini cooper ,or any of those other squashy cars, please get life insurance. Your relatives will thank you.|||Consumer Reports does safety testing and rates all automobiles sold in the U.S. We always check the ratings before we buy a car. My husband has had three Nissan Sentras, both because of fuel economy and crash test results. Yes, he has been in accidents in all of them, but never injured in any way.
The biggest safety measure is defensive driving. Watch out for the other drivers and road hazards, stay alert and stay off the cell phone! NO texting while driving, ever!!|||more mass doesn't equal more safety, it's all about design
http://www.automotive.com/new-cars/safet鈥?/a>|||In a small car you have a much better chance of avoiding an accident that you do in a battleship. Small cars are nimble and quick. It all depends more on the driver than the car%26lt;
Just had my car inspected and passed for safety and emissions...then sold the car. Does the new owner need to?
I just sold my car shortly after it passed safety and emissions (less than a month ago in Utah). Does the new owner of the car have to get it recertified or will the current certification work? Thanks.|||MOST SMOG inspection certificates are good for 90 days from the date of purchase.|||As long as you didn't use the paperwork to register the car, they can use it. If you used the paperwork, then they need to get new tests. The DMV won't give out new plates without paperwork in hand.|||the current certification will work..
Website with safety data on car seats?
It is time to move mu daughter to a bigger car seat and I want to get her a good one. It needs to have great safety ratings, while also being able to grow with her. Is there a reliable website where I can find this information, and does anyone have any suggestions?|||http://www.car-seat.org./index.php|||Well I know that a friend of mine and I were looking for a bigger car seat for her son and we found one that holds up to 100 lbs and it converts from a forward facing car seat to booster, to backless booster at walmart. It is now recommended that anyone under 4'11 be in a booster unless the weight of the child is at or exceeds 100 lbs. This comes from local fire department and rescue squad here in maryland. The brand of the car seat I believe was Graco.|||I would go with anything Britax, the Safety 1st All-in-one-convertible car seat or the Graco Nautilus. These all have great ratings, are known for their safety and can be used for a long time.
I would check out this website here..
http://www.findmycarseat.com/
You can sort by brands, price and the type you're looking for. Not to mention there are also reviews! I found this website helpful and I think you might too! :)|||We have a graco nautilus in both cars. They are a little heavy, but super sturdy...and they have one of the highest weight allowances for 5-pt harnesses on the market (65 pounds!). After the five point, it does convert into a regular booster and finally a backless booster. The booster goes up to 100 pounds. It really is the last car seat I'm ever going to buy.
This website was really helpful to me in making that decision.
http://www.car-safety.org/guide.html
It has a lot of links to find ratings are car seat buying guides.
Hope it helps, good luck!|||Unfortunately, there are no great websites out there. Only ones with user reviews. Usually those are done the day parents strap the seats into the car--not after extended use. Keep in mind you want her rear facing for as long as possible--even if she's at 20 lbs and 12 mos. AAP is recommending 18 mos or the limit of your convertible seat, whichever one is longer.
Britax is one of the safest brands on the market. It is crash tested at higher speeds than other brands, it has a steel frame, it has straps that cannot twist, meaning that the force of a crash is evenly distributed across your child's body instead of twisted into four points like Gracos, Coscos, Evenflos, Safety 1sts, and Eddie Bauers (they crash test at 30 mph in a frontal impact only). Another seat that I am really liking right now is the Recaro. Recaro makes safety harnesses for Nascar, so they know what they're doing as far as keeping people safe at high speeds in crashes. All of their seats have side impact protection. Studies have shown that rear facing for as long as possible will help save your child's life, as will keeping her in a 5 pt. harness for as long as possible. So many parents switch to a booster too soon because they're cheaper and more convenient. The seats I listed are wonderful--they have side impact protection, which means they were crash tested in side impact crash tests, in addition to frontal impact crashes. Britax and Recaro test their seats at 40-45 mph in a front and rear impact crash--obviously with side impact protection in a car seat, that type of testing is also done.
What to Look For:
Side Impact Protection
Steel Frame
Thick straps that are not slippery--slippery straps twist
Harnessed weight limit of at least 65 lbs
Excellent Seats:
Britax Boulevard (harness to 65)
Britax Advocate (harness to 65)
The First Years C630 Tru Fit (harness to 65)
Recaro Como (harness to 70)
Recaro Signo (harness to 70)
I have a Britax Regent in my car right now and it's the best seat I've ever used. It's bulky and heavy, but I'd like to think it's heavy for a reason. It's front facing only, but it harnesses to 80 lbs. It's well-padded and I've had 7 year olds harnessed in it without problems and they weren't in the top harness slot, so had room to grow.
The Britax Marathon is an excellent seat, as well, but it does not have Side Impact Protection. I have two Britax seats in my car right now and could not be happier. However, I think for my next seat, I'll probably go with a Recaro just because they may be safer--after all, Nascar drivers crash all the time and they walk out completely unharmed. I would want kids to do the same!
I would check out this website here..
http://www.findmycarseat.com/
You can sort by brands, price and the type you're looking for. Not to mention there are also reviews! I found this website helpful and I think you might too! :)|||We have a graco nautilus in both cars. They are a little heavy, but super sturdy...and they have one of the highest weight allowances for 5-pt harnesses on the market (65 pounds!). After the five point, it does convert into a regular booster and finally a backless booster. The booster goes up to 100 pounds. It really is the last car seat I'm ever going to buy.
This website was really helpful to me in making that decision.
http://www.car-safety.org/guide.html
It has a lot of links to find ratings are car seat buying guides.
Hope it helps, good luck!|||Unfortunately, there are no great websites out there. Only ones with user reviews. Usually those are done the day parents strap the seats into the car--not after extended use. Keep in mind you want her rear facing for as long as possible--even if she's at 20 lbs and 12 mos. AAP is recommending 18 mos or the limit of your convertible seat, whichever one is longer.
Britax is one of the safest brands on the market. It is crash tested at higher speeds than other brands, it has a steel frame, it has straps that cannot twist, meaning that the force of a crash is evenly distributed across your child's body instead of twisted into four points like Gracos, Coscos, Evenflos, Safety 1sts, and Eddie Bauers (they crash test at 30 mph in a frontal impact only). Another seat that I am really liking right now is the Recaro. Recaro makes safety harnesses for Nascar, so they know what they're doing as far as keeping people safe at high speeds in crashes. All of their seats have side impact protection. Studies have shown that rear facing for as long as possible will help save your child's life, as will keeping her in a 5 pt. harness for as long as possible. So many parents switch to a booster too soon because they're cheaper and more convenient. The seats I listed are wonderful--they have side impact protection, which means they were crash tested in side impact crash tests, in addition to frontal impact crashes. Britax and Recaro test their seats at 40-45 mph in a front and rear impact crash--obviously with side impact protection in a car seat, that type of testing is also done.
What to Look For:
Side Impact Protection
Steel Frame
Thick straps that are not slippery--slippery straps twist
Harnessed weight limit of at least 65 lbs
Excellent Seats:
Britax Boulevard (harness to 65)
Britax Advocate (harness to 65)
The First Years C630 Tru Fit (harness to 65)
Recaro Como (harness to 70)
Recaro Signo (harness to 70)
I have a Britax Regent in my car right now and it's the best seat I've ever used. It's bulky and heavy, but I'd like to think it's heavy for a reason. It's front facing only, but it harnesses to 80 lbs. It's well-padded and I've had 7 year olds harnessed in it without problems and they weren't in the top harness slot, so had room to grow.
The Britax Marathon is an excellent seat, as well, but it does not have Side Impact Protection. I have two Britax seats in my car right now and could not be happier. However, I think for my next seat, I'll probably go with a Recaro just because they may be safer--after all, Nascar drivers crash all the time and they walk out completely unharmed. I would want kids to do the same!
I want to fit safety Air Bags to a Mk1 MR2, a car that never had them as standard, can anyone help?
I realise this is a difficult task and I am aware that messing with these things is dangerous. Rather than just not trying I am hoping to actually succeed in fitting safe, absolutely trustworthy airbags in my car. I realise that one absolutely correct answer is unlikely so if people could just share there knowledge and point me towards all of the issues relating to this important issue I would be so grateful. Again, I'm not looking to ignorantly and blindly mess with complex safety equipment, I want something that will actually work when called upon.|||I would guess that your best bet would be to find a Mk2 MR2 with a complete airbag system and get that. Study how it was installed and do your best to copy that in your car. This would have a good chance of at least the steering wheel being a direct fit.
Would it maybe be possible to install the full Mk2 dashboard with passenger airbag into a Mk1??
When you install the SRS (Supplemental Restrain System) control unit (ECM/brain) make sure that it is pointed in the same direction as it was in the original car. These are directional so that they only go off in the event of a sudden deceleration accident. (They don't go off when rear-ended or when hit in the side, so only one direction is "active.")
Good luck with it! It sounds like a major undertaking.
Out of curiosity, why do you want to do this? Wouldn't it be easier and possibly even cheaper, and certainly safer to just buy a Mk2 MR2?? (You can respond by putting additional info on your question. Thanks!)|||Fantastic answer, a lot to act on. The answer is definatly in the MK2 allthough it's a different car.
|||I know there was a company which made universal-fit driver's airbag steering wheels, complete with sensors, which could be fitted to most cars, but I think it's outside the realms of a diy-er to engineer %26amp; fit passenger or side bags to a car. How would you fit a passenger bag into the dash, since it has to be able to burst through the dash? I'm pretty sure you couldn't just cut a hole in it. Also you'd need the sensor equipment fitted in an appropriate place. Another thing...please be aware that airbags are explosive devices so handle with care!!
It's an interesting question, I'll check back for any more nuggets of wisdom from others later.
Would it maybe be possible to install the full Mk2 dashboard with passenger airbag into a Mk1??
When you install the SRS (Supplemental Restrain System) control unit (ECM/brain) make sure that it is pointed in the same direction as it was in the original car. These are directional so that they only go off in the event of a sudden deceleration accident. (They don't go off when rear-ended or when hit in the side, so only one direction is "active.")
Good luck with it! It sounds like a major undertaking.
Out of curiosity, why do you want to do this? Wouldn't it be easier and possibly even cheaper, and certainly safer to just buy a Mk2 MR2?? (You can respond by putting additional info on your question. Thanks!)|||Fantastic answer, a lot to act on. The answer is definatly in the MK2 allthough it's a different car.
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It's an interesting question, I'll check back for any more nuggets of wisdom from others later.
If the hazard light does not work, should a car pass a "safety inspection" ??
i have a warranty with the car dealer that states that they will fix any "safety issue" free of charge. and the hazard lights dont work and they wanna charge me to fix it. i would consider the HAZARD LIGHT a safety issue, but im not sure if it would need to work in order to pass a "Safety Inspection"
-thanks to any answerers|||If it is just the bulbs, why not try replacing it yourself. It is very easy.
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But you have a point. They check all the lights in inspection (that includes the SAFETY and Emissions inspection).
Good Luck...|||WOW!
KEY WORD: "HAZARD" lights!
umm... Just let them now that when you get a flat and you are on the side of the highway and get hit because the driver in the other car could not see you because you did not have your "HAZARD" lights on. Its gona be your (the dealer)'s Fault!
Hopes this helps you out. And dont try and fix it yourself. Stand up for whats right and if you mess something up cause you dont know what you are doing...the dealer is going to say that you "voided" the warranty.
You paid for the car and warranty so use it!|||I consider it necessary to pass a safety, if you mean the emergency or 4 way flashers. Put pressure on them to fix it. It is just a small flasher unit, under the dash anyhow, not usually the switch, and it costs 10 bucks roughly.
-thanks to any answerers|||If it is just the bulbs, why not try replacing it yourself. It is very easy.
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But you have a point. They check all the lights in inspection (that includes the SAFETY and Emissions inspection).
Good Luck...|||WOW!
KEY WORD: "HAZARD" lights!
umm... Just let them now that when you get a flat and you are on the side of the highway and get hit because the driver in the other car could not see you because you did not have your "HAZARD" lights on. Its gona be your (the dealer)'s Fault!
Hopes this helps you out. And dont try and fix it yourself. Stand up for whats right and if you mess something up cause you dont know what you are doing...the dealer is going to say that you "voided" the warranty.
You paid for the car and warranty so use it!|||I consider it necessary to pass a safety, if you mean the emergency or 4 way flashers. Put pressure on them to fix it. It is just a small flasher unit, under the dash anyhow, not usually the switch, and it costs 10 bucks roughly.
Can a used car dealership let you drive a car off the lot without a safety check?
Last week I was being naive and I bought a car that looked legit, I signed all the paper work, including as is-no warranty and an arbitration agreement, I drove the car off the lot with a temporary Registration, but had no insurance or any documentation of a safety check.|||We answered this question before. They do a safety check before or at time of them buying the car. They will not give you a safety inspection sheet unless you ask for it. You bought the car as is. You were unsure of safety of the car you should have had it checked out yourself by an outside source.|||Can They ??? Yes.
Will They ??? No..|||most companys say they do but they dont|||Sounds like you bought it from a corner car lot.
I remember back in my single days, when a friend of mine was looking at a car on one of these unscrupulous lots. The lot owner, when asked if it came with a warranty, told my buddy, "Ride and drive, and let your conscience be your guide." 'Nuff said.
Will They ??? No..|||most companys say they do but they dont|||Sounds like you bought it from a corner car lot.
I remember back in my single days, when a friend of mine was looking at a car on one of these unscrupulous lots. The lot owner, when asked if it came with a warranty, told my buddy, "Ride and drive, and let your conscience be your guide." 'Nuff said.
Where is the best place to locate information on safety ratings for convertible car seats?
I would like to be ready for the next size up car seat for my son, who is almost 8 months old and will soon outgrow his infant car seat. He still fits into it per the weight and height restrictions, but he just looks uncomfortable in it, like his legs are scrunched up since he's still rear-facing. I would like to find a bigger car seat that will accommodate him for a few years beyond 1 yo.|||I would contact your local highway patrol and see when the next car seat safety inspection is. Also google convertible car seats and read reviews on all of the ones in your price range. You could go to babiesru.com and read reviews there as well
Is it okay to place "baby on board" stickers on my car for safety?
Should I place stickers on the back of my vehicles to keep my family safe? I am afraid that it will attract kidnappers. What do you think?|||I had a baby on board sticker for the first 5-6 months of my baby's life. And sadly, I did not see any changes or improvement with the driving people around us. So I think people either don't care much, don't read it, or just completly ignores it, for the most part.
I personally am careful when i see one, i would drive a bit farther to give them more room, and I would pay more attention to their turns/signals, etc... but that's just me.
They are cheap so, i'd say why not, if you see a change, then for the better. If not, it was a well few dollars invested...|||I've heard that baby on board stickers were first to be used to notify rescue that they should be looking for a baby in the vehicle in case of an accident where the parents are injured. These were only to be used when the baby was actually in the vehicle. Most people that have them just leave them in all the time, which defeats the purpose. I don't think they're exactly considered a safety signal anymore.|||For safety I don't think it matters one way or another.
People are just crappy drivers.
I don't think it will attract kidnappers, I think they simply look for kids.
"Baby On Board" stickers are really more for being cute and fun than safety.|||Unless you're leaving the baby in the car alone I don't think you have to worry too much about kidnappers. On the other hand, I don't think the baby on board stickers do anything to deter stupid drivers either. Skip them.|||I have a princess on board sticker on my car. Unless you plan to leave baby alone in car then no it's fine... in my opinion.|||If someone is driving recklessly then they usually don't care about anyone else but themselves - baby or adult. Sad but true.
So, in my opinion, the "baby on board" stickers are pointless.|||Car accidents are just accidents they are gonna happen whether or not you have a sticker on your car. I don't believe you will be any safer with a sticker.|||I personally tend to drive more recklessly around people that have baby on board sticks. Seriously though, the stickers don't do a thing. No one cares that you have a baby on board and that doesn't make you anymore important than anyone else on the road.
I personally am careful when i see one, i would drive a bit farther to give them more room, and I would pay more attention to their turns/signals, etc... but that's just me.
They are cheap so, i'd say why not, if you see a change, then for the better. If not, it was a well few dollars invested...|||I've heard that baby on board stickers were first to be used to notify rescue that they should be looking for a baby in the vehicle in case of an accident where the parents are injured. These were only to be used when the baby was actually in the vehicle. Most people that have them just leave them in all the time, which defeats the purpose. I don't think they're exactly considered a safety signal anymore.|||For safety I don't think it matters one way or another.
People are just crappy drivers.
I don't think it will attract kidnappers, I think they simply look for kids.
"Baby On Board" stickers are really more for being cute and fun than safety.|||Unless you're leaving the baby in the car alone I don't think you have to worry too much about kidnappers. On the other hand, I don't think the baby on board stickers do anything to deter stupid drivers either. Skip them.|||I have a princess on board sticker on my car. Unless you plan to leave baby alone in car then no it's fine... in my opinion.|||If someone is driving recklessly then they usually don't care about anyone else but themselves - baby or adult. Sad but true.
So, in my opinion, the "baby on board" stickers are pointless.|||Car accidents are just accidents they are gonna happen whether or not you have a sticker on your car. I don't believe you will be any safer with a sticker.|||I personally tend to drive more recklessly around people that have baby on board sticks. Seriously though, the stickers don't do a thing. No one cares that you have a baby on board and that doesn't make you anymore important than anyone else on the road.
According to safety standard for air bags, the maximum acceleration during a car crash should not exceed?
According to safety standard for air bags, the maximum acceleration during a car crash should not exceed 60 g and should last for no more than 36 ms.
In such a case, what force does the air bag exert on a 72.0 kg person? Start with a free-body diagram.
Express the force in part (A) in terms of the person's weight.|||I go to UCSB!
Physics 6A..
alright so you use the equation F= MA
solve 60g = (60)(9.81)= 588.6 N
then F=(588.6)(72)
F= 42379.2 N but if youre using masteringphysics.com type it in as 4.23x10^4 N
then in terms of the person's weight the answer is just 60.|||OMG I GO TO UCSB THIS REALLLY HELPED ME!
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For a 75kg person -
a) = 4.41x10^4 N
b) = 60|||thank you fellow gauchos this helped me!
In such a case, what force does the air bag exert on a 72.0 kg person? Start with a free-body diagram.
Express the force in part (A) in terms of the person's weight.|||I go to UCSB!
Physics 6A..
alright so you use the equation F= MA
solve 60g = (60)(9.81)= 588.6 N
then F=(588.6)(72)
F= 42379.2 N but if youre using masteringphysics.com type it in as 4.23x10^4 N
then in terms of the person's weight the answer is just 60.|||OMG I GO TO UCSB THIS REALLLY HELPED ME!
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a) = 4.41x10^4 N
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Buying a used car: do i have to do safety inspection in virginia even if the sticker has not expired?
so this will be my first time time buying a car in virginia. i agreed to buy the car and the car has inspection sticker that is good until 11/2011. once i get the title from him, will I have to go to a gas station and get a safety inspection?|||No, the car's inspection will continue to remain valid until the end of November 2011. You won't have to get it inspected again until then. The inspection only applies to the car itself and not to the driver.
What important items should I have in my car for safety for cold wintery weather?
asked again for different answers for safety.
please include item and explanation.|||1) blanket(s)- in case you are stranded you need something to keep warm
2) scraper with brush attachement- to clear window properly
3) flares- in case accident
4) sand or kitty litter- to use when traction is needed
5) always have at least a half tank of gas-you never know when are going to get stuck in weather related traffic
6) de-icer- to de-ice locks and windows
7) cell phone-to contact someone in the even of an emergency or to let them know you are stuck in a traffic jam because the ding bats in the 4 wheel drive SUVs think they can roll down the highway at 75 in ice when 4 wheel doesn't help a lick in the ICE!|||food, water, blankets, flashlight, jumper cables, spare tire, chains, gloves (obvious reasons)
shovel, kitty litter/sand (traction if you get stuck)|||1. flash light and fresh batteries
2. First Aid Kit
3. Important phone numbers
a. mechanic
b. towing company
c. police
d. highway patrol
e. spouse's work number
f. auto insurance
4. cell phone
5. copy of health and auto insurance
6. List of medications you household may take
7. A blanket
8. Tools
a. screwdriver
b. wrench
c. jumper cables
d. flares
e. spare tire
9. extra phone charger
10. umbrella
11. extra money
12. pen and paper
13. disposable camera
14. entertainment items especially if you have kids
coloring books and crayons...
15. wet hand wipes
16. Kleenex/paper towels
17. peanut butter|||blanket, flashlight, jumper cables, cell phone, when you car dies you will thank me|||Insulated coveralls, STURDY insulated boots (not the $30 chinamart trash), insulated hat (they look stupid, but keep your noggin warm!), insulated gloves, water, high calorie food (MREs), flashlight (with extra batteries), CELL PHONE, kitty litter, trenching tool/shovel, multi-tool (Leatherman), extra windshield washer/deicer, and a CB Radio if possible. Keep fuel tank topped off at all times in case you're stuck for a long duration so you can keep the engine running -aka HEAT- and to provide more weight which will help maintain traction.
If stranded, DO NOT run the engine without first making certain the exhaust is clear of snow, and one window is open about 1" to provide fresh air - if not you'll die from CO poisoning. Above all else, if you have assistance coming - do not wander away from the vehicle (unless its on fire!).|||In addition to what Just Me said above...glove warmers. you can buy them in hardware stores and you can put them in your gloves or shoes to keep feet and hands warm and they last in your trunk forever cause they dont get warm to you "activate" them. Also a small tim can full of small candles and a box of matches. When you light a candle in a tin can it radiates heat like a heater. In your flash light keep the batteries in wrong till you are ready to use it that way they dont accidentally turn on in your trunk and end up dead when u need them! Keep a small bad of personal items (travel tooth brush and paste, sanitery items and clean pair of underwear in a zip lock bag (never know what time of the month you will get stuck!), few bottles or a gallon of water. Baby wipes, 1st aid kit, kid friendly actvities (if that appllies to you).|||If you have any down sleeping bags, I'd throw those in the trunk instead, or in addition to, blankets....they keep you warmer and don't take up much space.|||a good man....an alaskan man...
please include item and explanation.|||1) blanket(s)- in case you are stranded you need something to keep warm
2) scraper with brush attachement- to clear window properly
3) flares- in case accident
4) sand or kitty litter- to use when traction is needed
5) always have at least a half tank of gas-you never know when are going to get stuck in weather related traffic
6) de-icer- to de-ice locks and windows
7) cell phone-to contact someone in the even of an emergency or to let them know you are stuck in a traffic jam because the ding bats in the 4 wheel drive SUVs think they can roll down the highway at 75 in ice when 4 wheel doesn't help a lick in the ICE!|||food, water, blankets, flashlight, jumper cables, spare tire, chains, gloves (obvious reasons)
shovel, kitty litter/sand (traction if you get stuck)|||1. flash light and fresh batteries
2. First Aid Kit
3. Important phone numbers
a. mechanic
b. towing company
c. police
d. highway patrol
e. spouse's work number
f. auto insurance
4. cell phone
5. copy of health and auto insurance
6. List of medications you household may take
7. A blanket
8. Tools
a. screwdriver
b. wrench
c. jumper cables
d. flares
e. spare tire
9. extra phone charger
10. umbrella
11. extra money
12. pen and paper
13. disposable camera
14. entertainment items especially if you have kids
coloring books and crayons...
15. wet hand wipes
16. Kleenex/paper towels
17. peanut butter|||blanket, flashlight, jumper cables, cell phone, when you car dies you will thank me|||Insulated coveralls, STURDY insulated boots (not the $30 chinamart trash), insulated hat (they look stupid, but keep your noggin warm!), insulated gloves, water, high calorie food (MREs), flashlight (with extra batteries), CELL PHONE, kitty litter, trenching tool/shovel, multi-tool (Leatherman), extra windshield washer/deicer, and a CB Radio if possible. Keep fuel tank topped off at all times in case you're stuck for a long duration so you can keep the engine running -aka HEAT- and to provide more weight which will help maintain traction.
If stranded, DO NOT run the engine without first making certain the exhaust is clear of snow, and one window is open about 1" to provide fresh air - if not you'll die from CO poisoning. Above all else, if you have assistance coming - do not wander away from the vehicle (unless its on fire!).|||In addition to what Just Me said above...glove warmers. you can buy them in hardware stores and you can put them in your gloves or shoes to keep feet and hands warm and they last in your trunk forever cause they dont get warm to you "activate" them. Also a small tim can full of small candles and a box of matches. When you light a candle in a tin can it radiates heat like a heater. In your flash light keep the batteries in wrong till you are ready to use it that way they dont accidentally turn on in your trunk and end up dead when u need them! Keep a small bad of personal items (travel tooth brush and paste, sanitery items and clean pair of underwear in a zip lock bag (never know what time of the month you will get stuck!), few bottles or a gallon of water. Baby wipes, 1st aid kit, kid friendly actvities (if that appllies to you).|||If you have any down sleeping bags, I'd throw those in the trunk instead, or in addition to, blankets....they keep you warmer and don't take up much space.|||a good man....an alaskan man...
Where can I find anything about safety features of a car?
I need them for my physics project. It's really important! I need five safety features and their functions and such, and pictures if possible.|||Bumper
seat-belt
air bags
Windscreen glass (it is designed not to shatter with sharp shards)
rear-view mirrors
Believe it or not, the first cars did not have any of these! I am sure you can work out the uses of them and can look up pictures etc! However, I am not sure these are what you want for physics.
For information, rear-view mirrors were brought in because women drivers found it easy to use their make-up mirrors to find out what was going on behind them - and men realised it was very useful! Oh, and the first cars did not have windscreens at all!
Good luck!|||Try any main dealer website ford,citroen etc or google airbags seatbelt etc|||Go on internet and look up What Car. You can get the full features, including safety, when you ask for details of any car.
seat-belt
air bags
Windscreen glass (it is designed not to shatter with sharp shards)
rear-view mirrors
Believe it or not, the first cars did not have any of these! I am sure you can work out the uses of them and can look up pictures etc! However, I am not sure these are what you want for physics.
For information, rear-view mirrors were brought in because women drivers found it easy to use their make-up mirrors to find out what was going on behind them - and men realised it was very useful! Oh, and the first cars did not have windscreens at all!
Good luck!|||Try any main dealer website ford,citroen etc or google airbags seatbelt etc|||Go on internet and look up What Car. You can get the full features, including safety, when you ask for details of any car.
Child car seat 123 range best safety performance?
Looking 2 buy child car seat 123 range for Granny's car. Is there report somewhere listing best safety performances? Which mag only gives 2 in this category.|||It looks a good choice for a toddler safety seat...
Which mag only gave it 2 but that's still OK, they all have to conform to a very strict safety standard....
here's an actual customer review ---%26gt; http://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/鈥?/a>
Which mag only gave it 2 but that's still OK, they all have to conform to a very strict safety standard....
here's an actual customer review ---%26gt; http://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/鈥?/a>
What were the safety features of the early cars (first car) ?
What Are the safety features of early cars? Like the first 10 cars made. or what the most common safety features in all early cars up to the 1900's. that kind of thing|||brakes that went to wheels in the rear|||Brakes, lights (oil or candle types) someone walking in front waving a flag, solid steal heavy duty frames and windshields.
How do i disable my car's child safety locks?
I bought a used car and the rear door will not open. I believe that the child safety lock is stuck on and won't disengage from the outside. I have tried taking the door mostly off and I can not figure out how to pop it open from the inside...i have a 1998 dodge stratus, 2.4cyl. does anyone know please...it is driving me crazy. Thanks|||check the owner's manual...every car is different.|||I am assuming it is only one door and not both...
The safety lock shouldn't prevent it from opening from the outside unless something is broken or unhooked inside the door.
You will have to remove the inner trim panel from the door to get access to the inside of the door.
This can be extremely difficult with the door closed, you may have to remove the rear seat and some interior trim to get enough room to remove the panel. It is quite possible that the linkage rod going to the outside handle has become disconnected and the child lock is set.
Inspect the other door to see if you can slide something similar to a butter knife past the weatherstrip on the inside to trip the safety lock lever. (possible on some cars, not on others)|||ok the outside door handle rod inside the door has either come off or broke......its not the child safety lock....take the door panel off and there is a clip there thats probably broke you can order a new one and replace that........|||On the end of the door where the pin slides into the latch. There is a lever to lock and unlock child security. Again...open the door and look on the END. Good luck
The safety lock shouldn't prevent it from opening from the outside unless something is broken or unhooked inside the door.
You will have to remove the inner trim panel from the door to get access to the inside of the door.
This can be extremely difficult with the door closed, you may have to remove the rear seat and some interior trim to get enough room to remove the panel. It is quite possible that the linkage rod going to the outside handle has become disconnected and the child lock is set.
Inspect the other door to see if you can slide something similar to a butter knife past the weatherstrip on the inside to trip the safety lock lever. (possible on some cars, not on others)|||ok the outside door handle rod inside the door has either come off or broke......its not the child safety lock....take the door panel off and there is a clip there thats probably broke you can order a new one and replace that........|||On the end of the door where the pin slides into the latch. There is a lever to lock and unlock child security. Again...open the door and look on the END. Good luck
What are the most frequent questions asked and answerd about car safety seats?
I would say it is "How do I properly and effectively buckle a baby and a baby/child car seat into the car?".
You could do a "Search for questions" in the above search query to see what comes up.|||I would say either "what kind of seat should I buy?" or "can I turn my baby forward facing yet?"
You could do a "Search for questions" in the above search query to see what comes up.|||I would say either "what kind of seat should I buy?" or "can I turn my baby forward facing yet?"
How to bypass a hood safety switch on a car alarm?
I'm installing a car alarm but I don't want and I don't have to many choices where to put it, but the remote start doesn't want to run because I don't have the switch installed.
Thanks.|||one wire or two wire switch?
If it is a one wire simply ground the wire if it is a 2 wire splice the 2 wires together to complete the circuit thus fooling the alarm
Thanks.|||one wire or two wire switch?
If it is a one wire simply ground the wire if it is a 2 wire splice the 2 wires together to complete the circuit thus fooling the alarm
Where to buy First Aid / safety kit for car?
My friend drives a lot between states, but she doesn't have a first aid in her car. So, for the winter holidays, I'd like to get her a First Aid kit, and perhaps a flashlight and a blanket (whatever is considered an essential safety kit for a driver).
Can you recommend me any stores (real ones and/or online ones) where I can purchase these items for a reasonable price?
P.S.
I live in DC area. I'm also a AAA member.|||Any good parts store.|||Don't buy those pre-made ones...the quality on the items is sub-par.
If you feel this is a necessity...buy the pieces separately and put them in a duffle bag or a mechanics bag. With cell phones these kind of kits aren't really necessary anymore...they were when cell phones didn't exist and you were traveling in the desert or mountains.|||you can get it from: http://www.gaari.com/aaa-121-piece-road-鈥?/a>
all the best
Can you recommend me any stores (real ones and/or online ones) where I can purchase these items for a reasonable price?
P.S.
I live in DC area. I'm also a AAA member.|||Any good parts store.|||Don't buy those pre-made ones...the quality on the items is sub-par.
If you feel this is a necessity...buy the pieces separately and put them in a duffle bag or a mechanics bag. With cell phones these kind of kits aren't really necessary anymore...they were when cell phones didn't exist and you were traveling in the desert or mountains.|||you can get it from: http://www.gaari.com/aaa-121-piece-road-鈥?/a>
all the best
What does a Nuetral Safety Switch for your Car do?
I am selling my car privately and I want to be able to explain what this does. Thank you for any info on this question.|||It prevents you from starting the engine unless the vehicle is in park or netural.|||It keeps the car from being started while in gear. If you try to start a car in gear it would roll either forward or backwards depending on which gear the car is in. This will avoid bumper thumpers, or worse yet, hitting a person around the car.|||A neutral safety switch, or an inhibitor switch prevents your vehicle from being started in gear, as starting in gear will bring hazard to the driver and people in front/behind the vehicle.|||Yes it does keep car from starting in gear, -- but it also makes it easier to start -- though this may not be a "safety hazzard",- it is convenient if engine starts easily (witholt churning transmision "in gear"parts too)!
The clutch "safety switch" does essentially the same thing!-- I disconnect the one in my vehicles though, as I find it useful to move car off road if it stops running, - cranking in first gear is a lot simpler and quicker than getting out in traffic and trying to push car out of way! Of course having driven since 1952, - I am used to this -- older cars did not have all this "safety stuff" on them!!|||its there for safety so your car wont start, unless its its either in park or neutral, and i think your reverse lights are hooked up there too.
The clutch "safety switch" does essentially the same thing!-- I disconnect the one in my vehicles though, as I find it useful to move car off road if it stops running, - cranking in first gear is a lot simpler and quicker than getting out in traffic and trying to push car out of way! Of course having driven since 1952, - I am used to this -- older cars did not have all this "safety stuff" on them!!|||its there for safety so your car wont start, unless its its either in park or neutral, and i think your reverse lights are hooked up there too.
Would it effect the safety of driving my car if i was to break the steering lock?
I have a 5 Series BMW. The problem is the key barrel has collapsed which has jammed my steering lock on. Also my key Is now stuck in the ignition. If i was to brake the Lock, Would it be safe to Use my car to take it to a garage, with the key stuck into the ignition?|||Instead of breaking it and increasing the repairs just have it towed to the garage.......|||............... PROBLEM. Breaking the lock can cause the broken pieces to jam the steering column.
---------------- NOT RECOMMENDED -----------------|||sure its only to lock wheel
so one cant steal it easy
not much of a safety factor in it|||Yes, you would be fine.
---------------- NOT RECOMMENDED -----------------|||sure its only to lock wheel
so one cant steal it easy
not much of a safety factor in it|||Yes, you would be fine.
What car brand companies are known to save gas and have excellent safety on their vehicles?
I'm planning to buy a truck soon, and I wanna know which car companies are known for saving gas, as well as excellent vehicle crash safety?|||Toyota, nissan,subaru. Did I really have to tell you that?|||hey man you forgot honda|||Id rather get better safety then mileage. Volvo makes one of the safest, if not the safest cars on the road. The only trucks i know volvo makes are semis though. get a dodge new dodge 1500. I defiantly feel very safe in my dads ram 1500|||Chevrolet and Dodge make some of the best trucks available. Both perform very well for their intended purposes. That said, the gas mileage isn't going to be great when you buy a truck that serves a real purpose, as the Chevrolets and Dodges do. However, it isn't horrible, and the Chevrolet Silverado actually gets better fuel economy with its 315-Hp Vortec V8 than any other V8 truck. The Chevrolets are also very good in their crash safety. They're built with a tough body-on-frame layout, they've got multiple airbags, very good restraint systems, and a tough body sructure. Chevrolet would be your best bet all around,but Dodge is worth a good look as well. Hopefully this helps.
Putting car back on the road need safety if still registered?
I have a car sitting at home that hasnt been drivin for a year or two but is still mechanically sound. It still has plates on it but no insurance. We have not renewed the plates in these two years do I only have to renew the sticker or do I need a whole new safety and everything?|||by the way im in ontario, canada.
Can you use a forward-facing car-seat without the safety tether strap thing ?
Our second car is an old pick-up with one long bench seat, simple cab. There are no anchors of any type for baby seats. We are still installing her convertible face-backwards because I read in the manual that you should never do it in the forward-facing position without the safety strap.
What do can I do ? She is getting too big to face backwards. Does anyone know of a model of seat that doesn't require the safety strap ? Is it legal not to have it (this is an older vehicle ?)|||its not wise to put a car seat in the front seat of any vehicle. its not safe.
if the seat has a safety strap then use it. if you got no points of contact then you are risking your daughters safety.|||you should not use a baby seat in any car without the anchor bolt for the safety straps to attach to. Rear or forward facing it doesn't matter....its not safe. The manual for installing it rearfacing would still tell you to use the safety strap to install it correctly.
If you have a collision you will feel guilty for the rest of your life if something happened to your baby.
Since you said this your second car you need to only use your 'first' car when driving with the baby no matter how inconviencing that might be.
OR simple answer, get a new car no matter what it takes if you have to transport her in the second car. You can't put a price on safety.
OR have an anchor bolt put in the car. some mechanics can do this but usually only on certain cars.|||If your car/truck doesn't have it then it doesn't have it... What can you do?
Just make sure when you put the car seat in... you get the seat belt really tight...If the seatbelt is tight enough then the carseat won't move much (if at all)|||you can actually get an anchor point installed into any vehicle for fairly small cost, i would suggest you do this as spending a small amount to do that is worth it when it comes to your childs safety...|||no its not legal, the strap is there for a reason, without the use of it you are putting your baby in danger
What do can I do ? She is getting too big to face backwards. Does anyone know of a model of seat that doesn't require the safety strap ? Is it legal not to have it (this is an older vehicle ?)|||its not wise to put a car seat in the front seat of any vehicle. its not safe.
if the seat has a safety strap then use it. if you got no points of contact then you are risking your daughters safety.|||you should not use a baby seat in any car without the anchor bolt for the safety straps to attach to. Rear or forward facing it doesn't matter....its not safe. The manual for installing it rearfacing would still tell you to use the safety strap to install it correctly.
If you have a collision you will feel guilty for the rest of your life if something happened to your baby.
Since you said this your second car you need to only use your 'first' car when driving with the baby no matter how inconviencing that might be.
OR simple answer, get a new car no matter what it takes if you have to transport her in the second car. You can't put a price on safety.
OR have an anchor bolt put in the car. some mechanics can do this but usually only on certain cars.|||If your car/truck doesn't have it then it doesn't have it... What can you do?
Just make sure when you put the car seat in... you get the seat belt really tight...If the seatbelt is tight enough then the carseat won't move much (if at all)|||you can actually get an anchor point installed into any vehicle for fairly small cost, i would suggest you do this as spending a small amount to do that is worth it when it comes to your childs safety...|||no its not legal, the strap is there for a reason, without the use of it you are putting your baby in danger
What is the best car seat for safety reasons, and that will last a long time (grow with baby)?
Just turned one year, 24lbs, around 31-32" tall??? Money is no object but my car only has seat belts no latches.|||You can read car seat reviews here:
http://astore.amazon.com/newmomsstore-20|||I had a Primo Viaggo from Peg Perego when he was an infant until he was 6 month and then change to al Alpha Omega Elite from Safety 1st and both of them are great. The Safety 1st car seat has this features; Rear-facing 5-35 lbs., Forward-facing 22-40 lbs., Belt-positioning booster 40-100 lbs. If I knew before that this car seat exists (you can use since infant) I would not had bought the Peg Perego car seat.|||any car seat is good graco, evenflo, safety 1st any type is safe as long as it is installed properly you can have the fanciest best car seat out there but many don't install it perfectly , best advice purchase any type you like but have a police officer install it for you. I also purchased my child a britax frontier he loves his car seat he has room he sleeps well his head doesn't fall forward he just loves his car seat I have had no problems with this car seat, and it also grows with your child so this will be the last car seat you will actually purchase for your child . if your child is small for this car seat them the britax regent is good but britax frontier has all the good qualities i was looking for such as arm rests, cup holders, side head protectors you name it this car seat has it. it is kinda pricey but you are gonna be using it for a long time it is worth every penney.|||I was told Britax was the best. That's what I registered for. I haven't used it yet...my son is still in his infant car seat, but everyone I know has one and they love it!|||Britax is the best. You can get the convertible type that grows with your baby from 5-65lbs. It starts off as a rear facing car seat and moves to forward facing. They also have side-impact protection which is key. We bought ours online for $279 with a coupon for free shipping because Babies R Us jacks up the price. If your worried about money, think of it this way...its the best investment to make to protect the most precious thing in your life. Why take a chance to save a hundred bucks...
http://astore.amazon.com/newmomsstore-20|||I had a Primo Viaggo from Peg Perego when he was an infant until he was 6 month and then change to al Alpha Omega Elite from Safety 1st and both of them are great. The Safety 1st car seat has this features; Rear-facing 5-35 lbs., Forward-facing 22-40 lbs., Belt-positioning booster 40-100 lbs. If I knew before that this car seat exists (you can use since infant) I would not had bought the Peg Perego car seat.|||any car seat is good graco, evenflo, safety 1st any type is safe as long as it is installed properly you can have the fanciest best car seat out there but many don't install it perfectly , best advice purchase any type you like but have a police officer install it for you. I also purchased my child a britax frontier he loves his car seat he has room he sleeps well his head doesn't fall forward he just loves his car seat I have had no problems with this car seat, and it also grows with your child so this will be the last car seat you will actually purchase for your child . if your child is small for this car seat them the britax regent is good but britax frontier has all the good qualities i was looking for such as arm rests, cup holders, side head protectors you name it this car seat has it. it is kinda pricey but you are gonna be using it for a long time it is worth every penney.|||I was told Britax was the best. That's what I registered for. I haven't used it yet...my son is still in his infant car seat, but everyone I know has one and they love it!|||Britax is the best. You can get the convertible type that grows with your baby from 5-65lbs. It starts off as a rear facing car seat and moves to forward facing. They also have side-impact protection which is key. We bought ours online for $279 with a coupon for free shipping because Babies R Us jacks up the price. If your worried about money, think of it this way...its the best investment to make to protect the most precious thing in your life. Why take a chance to save a hundred bucks...
How often / when do I need to do safety and emissions test on my car?
I was wondering how often / when do I need to do safety and emissions test on my car? I live in Ontario, Canada. And what do I need to do in order to renew my plates?|||oooh idk about in canada, but where i live/georgia, in order to renew ur license plate, u have to get an emissions test and pass it. They say u should get an emissions test every year!
Where can I find information about car safety online?
http://www.iihs.org/links.html is a great sight
I used to work for a Suzuki/Subaru dealer and I loved to drive, I worked in service and sales at different car dealerships and have had driving and crash courses(we would crash cars on purpose to see how safe they were) on many different makes. Subaru's are probably the safest cars out there. I was at work one day and went to run an errand for the service department. I wanted to take the Subaru service car. I got stuck taking the Suzuki. I got into a small car accident but the way the car reacted to the accident, well I am now unemployable because of the pain I am in. I have been disabled by this small accident. Had I been driving a Subaru I would still be working today. Why? Subaru has passive as well as active safety features, built better to absorb impacts and better handling. Thanks to the Suzuki I am in constant pain. If I was driving a Kia I would of died.
In answer to your question, yes they are okay cars they look good and if mmaintained properly they can last, but all cars can if they are m,aintained. Are they safe NO!
Buy a Subaru, Honda or Toyota|||check this out. hope it helps|||there are many places that will tell you stuff about a specific vehicle, Consumerguide.com, internetautoguide.com, or car-safety.org, or you can just go to a search engine like Google, or yahoo, and type in car safety and that will bring up alot of stuff.|||This page is full of great links.
http://www.iihs.org/links.html
I used to work for a Suzuki/Subaru dealer and I loved to drive, I worked in service and sales at different car dealerships and have had driving and crash courses(we would crash cars on purpose to see how safe they were) on many different makes. Subaru's are probably the safest cars out there. I was at work one day and went to run an errand for the service department. I wanted to take the Subaru service car. I got stuck taking the Suzuki. I got into a small car accident but the way the car reacted to the accident, well I am now unemployable because of the pain I am in. I have been disabled by this small accident. Had I been driving a Subaru I would still be working today. Why? Subaru has passive as well as active safety features, built better to absorb impacts and better handling. Thanks to the Suzuki I am in constant pain. If I was driving a Kia I would of died.
In answer to your question, yes they are okay cars they look good and if mmaintained properly they can last, but all cars can if they are m,aintained. Are they safe NO!
Buy a Subaru, Honda or Toyota|||check this out. hope it helps|||there are many places that will tell you stuff about a specific vehicle, Consumerguide.com, internetautoguide.com, or car-safety.org, or you can just go to a search engine like Google, or yahoo, and type in car safety and that will bring up alot of stuff.|||This page is full of great links.
http://www.iihs.org/links.html
Parents that are anal about car safety- your views on other motor vehicles?
Just curious at what age would you let your child ride on a-
Motorcycle?
4 Wheeler?
Snowmobile?
Dirtbike?|||We just bought a vacation home - and we are allowed to ride various vehicles on all the roads - so I am hoping to get some kind of people mover that my kids can drive fairly early - a dune buggy, or golf cart, or even one of those john deere vehicles that parks have to haul stuff around.
I had a low to the ground low center of gravity go-kart and a minibike as a kid. I rode them CONSTANTLY and tore up my yard. I would LOVE to see my yard torn up again - but my kids are not the daredevils that I once was, so I think the vehicles would stay in the garage. They are more golf cart types, like their daddy! A snow mobile would be awesome - my kids are 10 and 14, and I would have no reservations, given their general lack of recklessness. Helmets ALWAYS.|||That's a tough call-Adam stayed RF until after the age of 3 and I only turned him because his head was higher than the back of the seat so I had no choice(he's still well under 30 lbs). I know he would LOVE any of those things you listed because he is 100% boy and obsessed with all vehicles. However, I kid I grew up with flipped on an ATV tooling around a yard at a slow speed and died as a young adult so that puts fear in me. I guess would really depend on when and where, whether a helmet or other safety features were available.
ETA: And yes, I realize this person's death was probably a freak accident that proves my mom's point you cand die anywhere at anytime. But its still hard not to think of it.|||It's not about age for me, it's about what I think they can handle.
My older three had a ride on the back of their grandfather's motorcycle, I think my twins were 12 and my middle son was 10. They wore a helmet and didn't go far, just up the street and back.
for the other things you listed it would depend I guess who was supervising and how well I thought they could handle it. My youngest is 11 and I wouldn't let him ride any of those things alone....maybe a 4 wheeler with supervision.
edit: I thought you meant more so on their own...I would let my children ride with someone on these things if I trusted the person they were with and safety precautions were taken (helmet etc...)|||Motorcycle: oldest rode one around the block at age 2. I did not know this, but Grandpa said it was OK because they went slow and Josh wore a helmet.
4 Wheeler: The closest we have to this, is the Rhino 4-wheel 'off-road' power wheels two-speed, just used bungee cords to keep the 1 yr old safe, and go only on 1st speed. Can't get the car seat in! The older two use the seat belt.
Snowmobile: never had one. but, they started skiing at age 4.
Dirtbike: 4 or 5, when they are good on their bike. We have good heavy padded suits, since they race competitively.
and yes, they all RF in the car over the age of 2. We compete in the local 'extreme go-karting' at our local track. The cars go over 40 mph, up to 60 mph! They will wait till their teens to do this, even with padding a hit at that speed is rough. The other activities are slower speeds.|||I'm not sure about motorcycles... my husband has 2 Harley's, but they make me nervous. My aunt was in a motorcycle wreck and is now paralyzed from the waist down so they scare me a bit. A 4 wheeler? My daughter started riding on our 4 wheeler when she was about 2 with my husband and I. Snowmobile, it'll probably be awhile before I let either of my children on them- maybe around 8 or so... dirt bike? Never... lol. The only person I know with one of those is my 14 year old brother and there is absolutely no way that brat is driving my children around.
Motorcycle?
4 Wheeler?
Snowmobile?
Dirtbike?|||We just bought a vacation home - and we are allowed to ride various vehicles on all the roads - so I am hoping to get some kind of people mover that my kids can drive fairly early - a dune buggy, or golf cart, or even one of those john deere vehicles that parks have to haul stuff around.
I had a low to the ground low center of gravity go-kart and a minibike as a kid. I rode them CONSTANTLY and tore up my yard. I would LOVE to see my yard torn up again - but my kids are not the daredevils that I once was, so I think the vehicles would stay in the garage. They are more golf cart types, like their daddy! A snow mobile would be awesome - my kids are 10 and 14, and I would have no reservations, given their general lack of recklessness. Helmets ALWAYS.|||That's a tough call-Adam stayed RF until after the age of 3 and I only turned him because his head was higher than the back of the seat so I had no choice(he's still well under 30 lbs). I know he would LOVE any of those things you listed because he is 100% boy and obsessed with all vehicles. However, I kid I grew up with flipped on an ATV tooling around a yard at a slow speed and died as a young adult so that puts fear in me. I guess would really depend on when and where, whether a helmet or other safety features were available.
ETA: And yes, I realize this person's death was probably a freak accident that proves my mom's point you cand die anywhere at anytime. But its still hard not to think of it.|||It's not about age for me, it's about what I think they can handle.
My older three had a ride on the back of their grandfather's motorcycle, I think my twins were 12 and my middle son was 10. They wore a helmet and didn't go far, just up the street and back.
for the other things you listed it would depend I guess who was supervising and how well I thought they could handle it. My youngest is 11 and I wouldn't let him ride any of those things alone....maybe a 4 wheeler with supervision.
edit: I thought you meant more so on their own...I would let my children ride with someone on these things if I trusted the person they were with and safety precautions were taken (helmet etc...)|||Motorcycle: oldest rode one around the block at age 2. I did not know this, but Grandpa said it was OK because they went slow and Josh wore a helmet.
4 Wheeler: The closest we have to this, is the Rhino 4-wheel 'off-road' power wheels two-speed, just used bungee cords to keep the 1 yr old safe, and go only on 1st speed. Can't get the car seat in! The older two use the seat belt.
Snowmobile: never had one. but, they started skiing at age 4.
Dirtbike: 4 or 5, when they are good on their bike. We have good heavy padded suits, since they race competitively.
and yes, they all RF in the car over the age of 2. We compete in the local 'extreme go-karting' at our local track. The cars go over 40 mph, up to 60 mph! They will wait till their teens to do this, even with padding a hit at that speed is rough. The other activities are slower speeds.|||I'm not sure about motorcycles... my husband has 2 Harley's, but they make me nervous. My aunt was in a motorcycle wreck and is now paralyzed from the waist down so they scare me a bit. A 4 wheeler? My daughter started riding on our 4 wheeler when she was about 2 with my husband and I. Snowmobile, it'll probably be awhile before I let either of my children on them- maybe around 8 or so... dirt bike? Never... lol. The only person I know with one of those is my 14 year old brother and there is absolutely no way that brat is driving my children around.
How do I get my car out of "safety mode"?
I have a '92 Camry. I bought a Bulldog Security Remote Vehicle Starter model #RS-1100. I went to www.bulldogsecurity.com and called the help line and got nothing. I need to know how to fix the hood pin switch and get my car out of "safety mode". I opened the hood, pressed the brake, and pressed the first key on my remote and it still clicks and flashes. What do I do?|||my answer is unhook the main power supply and see if not will go|||unhook main power supply to security sys.then see if car will go
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What is the best car to buy for a family of four with good safety ratings and gas mileage?
I want to buy a new car for my family of four. I want it to have good gas mileage and safety ratings, are there any suggestions as to which car I should buy?|||Kia Soul|||The 2010 and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu would be a good place to start. The 2008 Malibu (which is the current style for the vehicle) won the Car of the Year award and the 2010 won the Consumers Digest Best Buy award as well as the IIHS Top Safety Pick. It is also estimated by the EPA to get 33 mpg highway. It seats up to 5 comfortably and has 15.1 cubic feet of space in the trunk. I hope this recommendation helps you.
Jeff Morris, GM Customer Service|||Look at midsize sedans. Camry for quietness and soft ride. Altima for sportier ride, Accord is good overall, Fusion for US company, Sonata for value. All are highly rated and reliable. The 4 cylinder models get 31-34 mpg highway.
Jeff Morris, GM Customer Service|||Look at midsize sedans. Camry for quietness and soft ride. Altima for sportier ride, Accord is good overall, Fusion for US company, Sonata for value. All are highly rated and reliable. The 4 cylinder models get 31-34 mpg highway.
What is the best car to buy for a family of four with good safety ratings and gas mileage?
I want to buy a new car for my family of four. I want it to have good gas mileage and safety ratings, are there any suggestions as to which car I should buy?|||A price range and whether you are looking for new or used would help.
I would recommend any number of mid-sized sedans including:
Nissan Altima
Mazda 3 or Mazda 6
Ford Fusion
Chevy Malibu (post 2008)
Hyundai Sonata (2011 only)
Toyota Camry
Honda Accord
Test drive them all and pick what you like. They are all solid choices.
The Chevy Aveo is one of the crappiest cars on the road. I would highly advise staying away from a rebadged Daewoo.|||Ford Focus
Chevy Aveo Sedan
Dodge Caliber
Best cars that are all American made
Japanese cars aren't reliable or safe.|||Lexus has great safety ratings.|||volvo
I would recommend any number of mid-sized sedans including:
Nissan Altima
Mazda 3 or Mazda 6
Ford Fusion
Chevy Malibu (post 2008)
Hyundai Sonata (2011 only)
Toyota Camry
Honda Accord
Test drive them all and pick what you like. They are all solid choices.
The Chevy Aveo is one of the crappiest cars on the road. I would highly advise staying away from a rebadged Daewoo.|||Ford Focus
Chevy Aveo Sedan
Dodge Caliber
Best cars that are all American made
Japanese cars aren't reliable or safe.|||Lexus has great safety ratings.|||volvo
Can somebody please invent a device to disable cellphone signals inside a car (for safety purposes)?
So that the driver can't use cellphones while driving.For the safety of everybody.|||guns don't kill people,cell phones do.|||What about women drivers?|||i believe thats been invented, its called common sense.problem is everyone just pops the fuse out to disable it.|||There is indeed a device that can "jam" cell phone frequencies.
http://www.phonejammer.com/home.php?cat=249
They are relatively cheap and could be wired into the ignition system so that when the car is turned on so is the device. Be great for kids driving!
Personally I do use my phone while driving, however I have voice command dialing and a wireless bluetooth head set. Press the button and say "call ???????" and it calls them. Someone calls me it announces the callers name (if in my address book) or the just the number if not. I simply press the button 2x to answer and 1x to send their butts to voicemail.
The big issue (personal opinion) is texting while driving, that's just insane! I've also seen people reading papers, puting on makeup, and even using a laptop! That's where the problems really are.
If everyone (i know thats far fetched) had a similar setup as mine and didnt text or do other stupid things like that, I think talking and driving would be ok. Its the distraction of dialing, looking to see whos calling, and things of that nature that's the real problem.
Hopefully cell phone makers will wise up and build some of the technologies into phones. In my case I have a windows mobile phone so I can load 3rd party software onto it which has enabled me to do what I described.|||A device that can disabled cell phone signals has already been invented and is used in some countries in places where cell phones are disruptive, such as churches.
In the United States, it is illegal to operate any device that disables any FCC-licensed communications, including cell phones, anywhere.
http://www.phonejammer.com/home.php?cat=249
They are relatively cheap and could be wired into the ignition system so that when the car is turned on so is the device. Be great for kids driving!
Personally I do use my phone while driving, however I have voice command dialing and a wireless bluetooth head set. Press the button and say "call ???????" and it calls them. Someone calls me it announces the callers name (if in my address book) or the just the number if not. I simply press the button 2x to answer and 1x to send their butts to voicemail.
The big issue (personal opinion) is texting while driving, that's just insane! I've also seen people reading papers, puting on makeup, and even using a laptop! That's where the problems really are.
If everyone (i know thats far fetched) had a similar setup as mine and didnt text or do other stupid things like that, I think talking and driving would be ok. Its the distraction of dialing, looking to see whos calling, and things of that nature that's the real problem.
Hopefully cell phone makers will wise up and build some of the technologies into phones. In my case I have a windows mobile phone so I can load 3rd party software onto it which has enabled me to do what I described.|||A device that can disabled cell phone signals has already been invented and is used in some countries in places where cell phones are disruptive, such as churches.
In the United States, it is illegal to operate any device that disables any FCC-licensed communications, including cell phones, anywhere.
Do body kits reduce the safety of a car?
If you install a body kit to a car would this make it not as safe as it would be with the original parts?|||Sure if it falls off. Really if its installed correctly it wouldn't do anything good or bad as far as safety.|||If installed incorrectly, body kits can reduce the safety of a car. There are many cheaply made body kits. These tend to crack and chip easily and aren't worth the money. However, if you do get a reputable kit and have a professional install it, there shouldn't be any difference in safety. Most of the safety in cars comes from airbags and the overall structure and unibody of the car. And besides, many people believe that putting body kits on cars will make them go faster or look cooler. On most cars, body kits do very little to improve performance, and can actually decrease performance.|||They do. Body kits can dangerously lower the ground clearance of a vehicle. During a hard turn, these can scrape the ground and reduce the grip of the wheels, thus leading to more flip overs and spin outs.
On impact with the ground, they can also "fall" off the vehicle, which can cause loss of control when it becomes wedged in the wheels.
If it does fall off, it can also cause accidents with the vehicle behind you as well.
Basically put, they're unsafe. It's also questioned as to whether or not it evern improves performance at all.
On impact with the ground, they can also "fall" off the vehicle, which can cause loss of control when it becomes wedged in the wheels.
If it does fall off, it can also cause accidents with the vehicle behind you as well.
Basically put, they're unsafe. It's also questioned as to whether or not it evern improves performance at all.
Where should the baby safety car seat be located, middle or sides of the car, when facing front?
The middle is safest by far... but having said that, you can put the baby in any position you wish so long as there is an anchor point to attach the seat to.
When i had one baby she went in the middle forward facing but on the side when rearfacing due to issues with the size of the car.
When i had two kids the baby was on the side the whole time as well as the older child who was also in a car seat still.
When i had three kids the newborn capsule went on the side as its hard to get it in the car when its in the middle, but when he went forward facing he went in the middle, with the two older ones in car seats on the sides|||If there are latch restraints in the middle, the middle is safest.|||theres many different opionins on that one, the blunt of an impact on the door next to the child would be more then if the child was in the middle. BUT my fear is children dont sit in the middle cause there is no seat to stop them if they have removed their seat belt and are in an accident. I remember being a child and taking my seat belt off and we got in a small accident i was sitting on my knees when I hit the drivers seat and sank to the floor it was a pain in the butt to try and get up but if i was in the middle I think cause there would have been less to stop me from going forward i would have been hurt.
**** SIde not that have been doing research and they have found that the longer you can leave your child rear facing the better. It sounds like your moving the childs seat around. if the child is still under the hieght and weight keep them backwards. the seat that way holds them better in an impact. GL|||you might want to check with your owners manual too. With our first child we had her in the middle seat (Toyota Matrix). We went to a baby fair in our town and they had car seat inspections, they looked through the manual and it states in there not to have a car seat in the middle if possible. Just thought I would let you know.
When i had one baby she went in the middle forward facing but on the side when rearfacing due to issues with the size of the car.
When i had two kids the baby was on the side the whole time as well as the older child who was also in a car seat still.
When i had three kids the newborn capsule went on the side as its hard to get it in the car when its in the middle, but when he went forward facing he went in the middle, with the two older ones in car seats on the sides|||If there are latch restraints in the middle, the middle is safest.|||theres many different opionins on that one, the blunt of an impact on the door next to the child would be more then if the child was in the middle. BUT my fear is children dont sit in the middle cause there is no seat to stop them if they have removed their seat belt and are in an accident. I remember being a child and taking my seat belt off and we got in a small accident i was sitting on my knees when I hit the drivers seat and sank to the floor it was a pain in the butt to try and get up but if i was in the middle I think cause there would have been less to stop me from going forward i would have been hurt.
**** SIde not that have been doing research and they have found that the longer you can leave your child rear facing the better. It sounds like your moving the childs seat around. if the child is still under the hieght and weight keep them backwards. the seat that way holds them better in an impact. GL|||you might want to check with your owners manual too. With our first child we had her in the middle seat (Toyota Matrix). We went to a baby fair in our town and they had car seat inspections, they looked through the manual and it states in there not to have a car seat in the middle if possible. Just thought I would let you know.
How do I install a safety 1st toddler car seat model number 22566-CCT?
I've checked the safety 1st web site and they don't carry the online manual for this model for some reason so I'm trying to find it somewhere else.|||you can try this website
http://www.nhtsa.gov/cps/cpsfitting/inde鈥?/a>
it will give a list of child seat inspection station where tech could show you the correct way to install
it|||If you purchased the seat brand new, you need to read the manual.
If you purchased the seat used, I wouldn't use it unless you trust the person who sold it to you with your child's life. If you don't, you don't know if the seat has ever been crashed, if the straps have been submerged, or if all the parts are even there.
Regardless, you should meet with a certified technician who will show you how to properly install and adjust your seat. Find one near you at http://seatcheck.org/
http://www.nhtsa.gov/cps/cpsfitting/inde鈥?/a>
it will give a list of child seat inspection station where tech could show you the correct way to install
it|||If you purchased the seat brand new, you need to read the manual.
If you purchased the seat used, I wouldn't use it unless you trust the person who sold it to you with your child's life. If you don't, you don't know if the seat has ever been crashed, if the straps have been submerged, or if all the parts are even there.
Regardless, you should meet with a certified technician who will show you how to properly install and adjust your seat. Find one near you at http://seatcheck.org/
Can a car pass safety inspection if it doesnt have a middle back seatbelt?
The seatbelt was gross so I ripped it out. I have all the other seatbelts just not the middle back one.|||It depends on the law, I know they didn't count the back belts in any car I had inspected, but you do realize you have turned your car legally from a 5 passenger to a 4 passenger car, I presume.|||i dont know all states, but in az, you only need seat belts for the front seats|||FROM MY UNDERSTANDING, IF A VEHICLE CAME WITH IT, THEN IT NEEDS TO BE THERE BUT....................
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DMV OFFICE, THEY WILL BE ABLE TO ANSWER ANY AND ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS AND AT THE SAME TIME YOU WILL BE GETTING THE CORRECT ANSWER TO YOUR QUESTION.|||I think thats not allowed.|||It depends on where you are. I wasn't aware they checked those.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DMV OFFICE, THEY WILL BE ABLE TO ANSWER ANY AND ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS AND AT THE SAME TIME YOU WILL BE GETTING THE CORRECT ANSWER TO YOUR QUESTION.|||I think thats not allowed.|||It depends on where you are. I wasn't aware they checked those.
What do you need to pass Safety for car insurance.?
I recently bought a 92 Dodge Dakota off a friend for a couple hundred bucks. Its in good condition except for a minor crack bottom left of the windshield. My parents say its doomed and won't pass at all. What do i need to pass a Safety inspection? So i can get it on the road ASAP Thank you.|||If they are a strict shop they will look for headlights, taillights, turn signals (not marker lamps), horn, any leaks, lug nuts, brake fluid, mirrors, line of sight obstructions (including windshield cracks), major movement in the wheels when lifted, under carriage (suspension/ gas tank rusting), bumpers, brake response, catalytic converter, exhaust to go past the cab, and windshield wipers. probably more but from what i can remember that is what my friend that was going to cut me some slack looked for........
however most will pass any road worthy car that isnt going to break down on a cloudless warm sunny day doing 30 mph and kill 3 people. a minor crack that is not blocking sight of the road will probably pass, a spider web crack is less likely etc.
however most will pass any road worthy car that isnt going to break down on a cloudless warm sunny day doing 30 mph and kill 3 people. a minor crack that is not blocking sight of the road will probably pass, a spider web crack is less likely etc.
How does having the wrong sized tires on rear of car affect safety?
A shop put P205/65/R15 tires on the rear of my (front wheel drive) Mazda 626, when the recommended size, and the size of the current front tires is P205/55/R15. I did not notice until a couple of days after driving home (65 miles). What are the effects, and in particular the dangers (e.g. braking) of having different sized tires on the front and rear?|||The wheel size is just as important as the tire size. Some sport cars like BMW M-3, Porsche 911, and Ferrari come with wider rear wheels and lower profile tires on the drive wheels. The lower profile puts more rubber on the ground and theoretically achieves a better bite on most any kind of road. The 205 dimention means 205 mm from tire bead diagonally to the opposite inside the sidewall adjacent to the inboard tread. The 55 or 65 means the aspect ratio in per cent: vertical sidewall measure to horizontal tire thickness. The R-15 means a radiial tire on a 15 inch diameter wheel. The wrong size tires will likely effect the car's handling. The government mandates that all tires sold in the US have a UTOG rating that defines the test traction, the traction in wet, and the maximum speed in Km per hour. EX: P205/55/R15.|||none.. really is about the same maybe a half inch short of being the same... nothing to worry about that way... what your thinking about is or woul dbe bad is taller and shorter tire which you dont have.... 205 is how tall 55 is how wide the 15 is the size of wheel your fine... a lot of times between makers they will be the same.... most tire compaines makes their tire a bit different ... ive been doing it 30 yrs.. you wouldnt want a 215 and a 205 together or a 195 and a 205 now that would cause a strain on other parts... if you take a good look.. not at the size number but the tire itself you might be able to see they are the same or about the same looking... you could jack it up and remove it and but side by side to see also.. .long as they are the same size 205 your fine... well if you line up five differant brands all the same size there will differant in the sizes by looks.... try it and see|||It should not effect the overall safety as long as they were put on the rear but I would just go back and tell them to put the correct size on because you will need to balance and rotate them and then what will you do.......|||It will be slightly bigger, which will affect your balance of the car. Safety wise it may not be a big factor, but i would expect a pull in one direction or another as the ca tries to turn slightly with the wheel in nuetral position. It would be best to have that changed.The 65 is the aspect ration of the sidewall, and since the 205 stayed the same, on the same size (15) wheel you have a slighlty taller tire than the other three. When you rotae you may have an issue in sterring even more.|||None probably but why not just get the reccomended size?
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
What is the best car for space, safety and a person on a budget?
I am trying to decide what car to get and the 3 things i am looking for are space,saftey, and it has to be affordable so kinda cheap.|||If you are looking for a new car, then Hyundai's are a great choice. 5 start safety, they come in all sizes, 100,000 mile waranty and are inexpensive. If you are looking for used, then I would say Volvo (very safe) or Honda (safe, reliable, inexpensive). All these makes have SUV's and station wagons available if you are looking for a lot of space.|||try finding a mid 90's civic they are good cars
and also very reliable
maybe an mid 90s camry as well|||honda civics. or hondas in general are pretty safe and affordable. plus they are pretty reliable.
i drive an 07 honda civic.
and also very reliable
maybe an mid 90s camry as well|||honda civics. or hondas in general are pretty safe and affordable. plus they are pretty reliable.
i drive an 07 honda civic.
General Motors research team invented the first car safety air bag , what 1973 model were they first offered?
Chevrolet Impala worked for radio trivia.|||Chevrolet for CISNFM|||Oldsmobile Toronado.|||CHEVROLET|||Chevrolet|||CHE(VY) worked for 105.9 firsts trivia|||In 1971, the Ford car company built an experimental airbag fleet. General Motors tested airbags on the 1973 model Chevrolet automobile that were only sold for government use. The 1973, Oldsmobile Toronado was the first car with a passenger air bag intended for sale to the public.|||It is the Olds Toronado. I've seen it for myself.|||Chevrolet------------------works for trivia|||it is the chevy impala
i have answered this question 5 times today..
why is it still coming up ?
here is a link
http://www.stillruns.com/airbag.php|||Chevrolet - works|||chevrolet works for trivia|||Chevrolet: )|||For some reason Chevrolet Impala works...
the Toronado did not???|||oldsmobile toronado
i have answered this question 5 times today..
why is it still coming up ?
here is a link
http://www.stillruns.com/airbag.php|||Chevrolet - works|||chevrolet works for trivia|||Chevrolet: )|||For some reason Chevrolet Impala works...
the Toronado did not???|||oldsmobile toronado
What British law allows specialty British sports car manufacturers to forgo emissions and safety laws?
I understood British automotive laws as having exemptions for specialty automotive manufacturers whereby they were not required to meet emissions or safety standards (presumably because designing and testing for such standards is too costly for small car manufacturers), thus resulting in a large flourishing of specialty sports car manufacturers in the UK.
Can anyone verify this?|||I live in the UK and I am unaware of any laws that allow companies to bypass safety and emission rules.
Safety targets and emissions are normally set by the European Union so the UK cannot exempt companies.
I am almost 100% sure that this is not true because the larger car companies would be up in arms as to what would constitute a small car firm.
Not only that, but if they allowed car manufacturers to bypass safety laws, then the cars would be unsafe. I know for a fact that all cars in the UK have to go through testing before they are allowed out on the road. That is regardless of whether they are made by a manufacturer or by some guy in his shed.
Can anyone verify this?|||I live in the UK and I am unaware of any laws that allow companies to bypass safety and emission rules.
Safety targets and emissions are normally set by the European Union so the UK cannot exempt companies.
I am almost 100% sure that this is not true because the larger car companies would be up in arms as to what would constitute a small car firm.
Not only that, but if they allowed car manufacturers to bypass safety laws, then the cars would be unsafe. I know for a fact that all cars in the UK have to go through testing before they are allowed out on the road. That is regardless of whether they are made by a manufacturer or by some guy in his shed.
What brand of car is well known for safety features?
Hi, I am trying to do my assignment but many of the websites take a long time to load. What brands of cars are well known for safety features? I am looking at basing one of my studies on Toyota... Thankyou
(If you could include a link to their website, that would be very helpful)|||You should go to the NHTSA web-site. They give crash test reports. One of the best cars for safety is ANY model of Audi. They have led the pack since 1984. Volvo is another "healthy" marque. Happy learning!|||Here is a website you may want to check.
http://www.safercar.gov/
Also the cars that have high safety ratings and the best features would most likely be Toyota, Volvo, and Honda. BMW would also be a brand to explore for safety ratings.|||For the longest time Saab's were hailed as one of the top safest automobiles made. Not sure if they still hold that esteemed position or not.|||60's or 70's Cadillac or El Dorado.
seriously, you can slam head first into a telephone pole at 60mph and WALK away.
I feel VERY sorry for anyone who gets hit by one of those things.
You could LITERALLY run over it with a Tank, and all you will do is have a crushed roof.
Cars back then were built STRONG, and WITHSTOOD the impact.
Cars today are meant to ABSORB the impact....which means they literally are designed to FOLD and HOPE that the wrinkles in the car dont crush YOU.
Only cars I will drive made today are large pick-up trucks and SUV's that are solid.
And crown vics and cadillacs.
(If you could include a link to their website, that would be very helpful)|||You should go to the NHTSA web-site. They give crash test reports. One of the best cars for safety is ANY model of Audi. They have led the pack since 1984. Volvo is another "healthy" marque. Happy learning!|||Here is a website you may want to check.
http://www.safercar.gov/
Also the cars that have high safety ratings and the best features would most likely be Toyota, Volvo, and Honda. BMW would also be a brand to explore for safety ratings.|||For the longest time Saab's were hailed as one of the top safest automobiles made. Not sure if they still hold that esteemed position or not.|||60's or 70's Cadillac or El Dorado.
seriously, you can slam head first into a telephone pole at 60mph and WALK away.
I feel VERY sorry for anyone who gets hit by one of those things.
You could LITERALLY run over it with a Tank, and all you will do is have a crushed roof.
Cars back then were built STRONG, and WITHSTOOD the impact.
Cars today are meant to ABSORB the impact....which means they literally are designed to FOLD and HOPE that the wrinkles in the car dont crush YOU.
Only cars I will drive made today are large pick-up trucks and SUV's that are solid.
And crown vics and cadillacs.
What is the best car seat (safety)on the market for babies 25 pounds and over?
I've been finding lots of articles praising the Graco Nautilus. Just wondering what other people have found?|||I have found the Britax carseats to be some of the safest out there.
I opted for the True Fit by first years. Same safety ratings, my son is comfortable and it was easier on my wallet.
Also the Alpha and Omega's as supposed to be really good too!
But... any car seat on the road needs to go through the same road tests as all other car seats and pass the same safety inspections.
So find a car seat that works for you, fits in your car and fits your child well! (fitting your budget might be a concern too!)|||There is no best. A car seat that can be correctly installed in YOUR vehicle and baby properly secured by all is the best car seat and that is going to vary depending on your circumstances. Having a 5 point harness is of no value if your mother can't clip one side correctly when she takes baby out. In addition, you baby is actually safer with an infant seat installed with seat belts than in a base that makes it convenient for you as the bases have been known to crack and break during a crash.
My suggestion is to contact your local car seat check place and ask them what type of seats DON'T work in your specific vehicle. What works in my van may not fit in your Camry. I know that there are websites that give advice on this, but I don't have any links for them at the moment or I'd provide that, although the site I did provide is a good start.
[edited to add] Britax car seats have been found to be middle of the road for safety in crash tests and actual crashes. They have an advantage that they are more comfortable for children on long drives - if you have a long drive daily to drop kid off at day care close to work, you might consider a Britax.|||I would definitely go with any Britax convertible car seat or yes the Graco Nautilus! They all have great reviews and are recommended by other parents.
http://www.findmycarseat.com/convertible鈥?/a>
That might help you out a little bit! Also, you can search reviews on that site as well!
http://www.findmycarseat.com/category/ca鈥?/a>|||The best car seat is the one that is properly install and suited to your child's needs.
At 25lbs, it is 500% safer to have the child rear facing. There are plenty of convertible car seats with a 35-45lbs rear facing weight limit, ie) Radian (xtsl goes to 45lbs), Safety First Complete Air, Graco My Ride, Cosco Serena, True Fit...|||Britax is hands down the best car seat money can buy. I just finished researching this very topic.
http://www.britaxusa.com/|||i think safe n sound is the best. my niece has been in a safe n sound since birth and is now 7yrs old. the plastic doesnt bend and stretch like others|||britax! bought that one for my baby girl!
I opted for the True Fit by first years. Same safety ratings, my son is comfortable and it was easier on my wallet.
Also the Alpha and Omega's as supposed to be really good too!
But... any car seat on the road needs to go through the same road tests as all other car seats and pass the same safety inspections.
So find a car seat that works for you, fits in your car and fits your child well! (fitting your budget might be a concern too!)|||There is no best. A car seat that can be correctly installed in YOUR vehicle and baby properly secured by all is the best car seat and that is going to vary depending on your circumstances. Having a 5 point harness is of no value if your mother can't clip one side correctly when she takes baby out. In addition, you baby is actually safer with an infant seat installed with seat belts than in a base that makes it convenient for you as the bases have been known to crack and break during a crash.
My suggestion is to contact your local car seat check place and ask them what type of seats DON'T work in your specific vehicle. What works in my van may not fit in your Camry. I know that there are websites that give advice on this, but I don't have any links for them at the moment or I'd provide that, although the site I did provide is a good start.
[edited to add] Britax car seats have been found to be middle of the road for safety in crash tests and actual crashes. They have an advantage that they are more comfortable for children on long drives - if you have a long drive daily to drop kid off at day care close to work, you might consider a Britax.|||I would definitely go with any Britax convertible car seat or yes the Graco Nautilus! They all have great reviews and are recommended by other parents.
http://www.findmycarseat.com/convertible鈥?/a>
That might help you out a little bit! Also, you can search reviews on that site as well!
http://www.findmycarseat.com/category/ca鈥?/a>|||The best car seat is the one that is properly install and suited to your child's needs.
At 25lbs, it is 500% safer to have the child rear facing. There are plenty of convertible car seats with a 35-45lbs rear facing weight limit, ie) Radian (xtsl goes to 45lbs), Safety First Complete Air, Graco My Ride, Cosco Serena, True Fit...|||Britax is hands down the best car seat money can buy. I just finished researching this very topic.
http://www.britaxusa.com/|||i think safe n sound is the best. my niece has been in a safe n sound since birth and is now 7yrs old. the plastic doesnt bend and stretch like others|||britax! bought that one for my baby girl!
Does the 2003 Acura MDX have safety latches for a car seat?
Does the 2003 Acura MDX have safety latches for a car seat.|||Yes, it's the law|||By law, all vehicles made after 2003 are equipped with LATCH. Many earlier vehicles have it as well, but 03 and later do.|||yes, it is behind the seat.|||illegal to not have them|||yup all cars should have it
Which is better the Safety 1st Air Protect Convertible Car Seat or the Safety 1st Air Protect Convertible LX?
Which is better the Safety 1st Air Protect Convertible Car Seat or the Safety 1st Air Protect Convertible LX. Looking for a car seat and wondering what parents think between these two.|||I haven't used either of these car seats but it seems that the only difference it the fact that the LX can recline to for different positions using the handle at the front while the other one does not recline. I would go to a store and see if I think this makes a difference while examining both but more than likely I would save my $30 and get the one that doesn't recline. I mean, how often do you think your going to be reclining the seat? They recline plenty in the rear facing position and in the forward facing position, being reclined will just push the seat closer to the edge.
Why are different standards of car safety accepted in other cultures?
When's the last time you got everybody to agree on anything? Different people have different idea's about what is acceptable.
In the US, Canada, Japan, Australia, and Western Europe we are concerned with safety. Due to our different climates and ideas we have similar idea's not they cant always be achieved with the same methods.
Go to India, China, Russia, or South America and those people could never afford a car with that much safety. It would just cost too much to build. The key there is low cost to buy and maintain.|||Different people %26amp; cultures have different priorities.
People have little training in risk assessment %26amp; make poor decisions.
In the US, Canada, Japan, Australia, and Western Europe we are concerned with safety. Due to our different climates and ideas we have similar idea's not they cant always be achieved with the same methods.
Go to India, China, Russia, or South America and those people could never afford a car with that much safety. It would just cost too much to build. The key there is low cost to buy and maintain.|||Different people %26amp; cultures have different priorities.
People have little training in risk assessment %26amp; make poor decisions.
What are the negatives of the main car safety features?
i need to know... actually my friend does but I'm kind :D so pleeease be kind too :D|||There aren't very many except in rare circumstances. Airbags move very quickly so if there's something between you and your airbag (like your wrist) it hits you moving very quickly.
ABS makes a fair bit of noise and a grinding sensation so if you've never experienced it, you may react by taking your foot off the brake and even the best ABS is less effective than true threshold braking.
Traction control takes away control of the vehicle from the driver. In the vast majority of circumstances, this is a good thing since the driver has probably done something stupid but in a few cases, it can be both disconcerting and confusing.
Impact laws in the EU require higher front bumpers to protect pedestrians and this forces less aerodynamic shapes...
There are plenty of drawbacks.|||One negative of airbags is questions on Yahoo! Answers from drivers who incorrectly think that airbags are supposed to deploy in all crashes in which the car is going fast enough. This is not the case; an airbag that did so would be very dangerous and probably illegal. However, many drives have accidents of types that should not cause their airbags to deploy, and, when their airbags work properly, and do not deploy, they post questions here asking what the speed is above which airbags should always deploy (there is none) or if they can sue (probably not, since the airbags did what they should).
ABS makes a fair bit of noise and a grinding sensation so if you've never experienced it, you may react by taking your foot off the brake and even the best ABS is less effective than true threshold braking.
Traction control takes away control of the vehicle from the driver. In the vast majority of circumstances, this is a good thing since the driver has probably done something stupid but in a few cases, it can be both disconcerting and confusing.
Impact laws in the EU require higher front bumpers to protect pedestrians and this forces less aerodynamic shapes...
There are plenty of drawbacks.|||One negative of airbags is questions on Yahoo! Answers from drivers who incorrectly think that airbags are supposed to deploy in all crashes in which the car is going fast enough. This is not the case; an airbag that did so would be very dangerous and probably illegal. However, many drives have accidents of types that should not cause their airbags to deploy, and, when their airbags work properly, and do not deploy, they post questions here asking what the speed is above which airbags should always deploy (there is none) or if they can sue (probably not, since the airbags did what they should).
Do car seat in car bases offer extra safety for a child or are they purely for convenience?
My travel system didn't come with the in car base but i'm happy to buy the base separately. Was just wondering if it adds any extra safety or is it purely to make it easier to just click the car seat in place|||I have no statistics to offer, but I think that if nothing else using the infant seats with the base makes them safer because you are more likely to take your time and ensure the base is properly buckled in ONCE (or several times, as you need to move it) than you are to make sure that the car seat is buckled in properly each and every time. It is quite easy to get distracted- none of us are perfect- and we could put our children's lives in danger if a small distraction caused them to not be properly buckled. Also, instead of just the seat belt holding the car seat in (in open slots), the seat belt holds the base through a closed pathway (mine also has a backup method to secure the seatbelt) AND the metal locks on the base hold the car seat in place.
Yes, it is convenient to use the base but I feel it also adds to teh safety of the car seat.|||Personally I think it is convenience. We lost ours when we moved, and are planning on using the same car seat with our baby(unless advised otherwise). Granted we don't drive hardly anywhere these days...I think it is just convenient anyway.
I have used our car seat both ways, and each way, the seat was strapped in tightly and would not move. When hooked in correctly, a seat(any seat) should stay put.|||It's very convenient! You don't have to strap the car seat in everytime you use it, you just snap it into the base and you're ready to go. The car seat can be used without the base, but i think using it with the base offers a more secure installation. The thing about using it without the base, it that you still have to get it at the correct angle everytime you use it. It's going to be a hassle for you to that every time you want to go somewhere. The base also tends to get the seat in tighter, with a better fit.|||convenience, and somewhat safety.
If you plan on taking the car seat out with the baby inside of it, then the more you buckle it in or buckle it out, the more likely you are to make a mistake. Like, if you're 90% accurate (a great rate) then 1 out of every 10 times you buckle the seat in you're going to make a mistake. So the base adds in safety in that the person can just keep the base locked in place and then put the car seat in. Less chance of failure.
Also, some car seat bases allow you to adjust the angle of the car seat. This removes the need for things like rolled up towels or car seat angle adjusters, which can compromise the safety of the seat. Since you NEED to make sure the car seat is at a 45degree angle (or else the breathing of the baby is compromised and their safety in a crash is compromised) this feature is safer to make sure that the car seat is always at a good angle.
If you plan on leaving the car seat permanently in the car however, and it's not one of those that the base adjusts the angle, then having the car seat outside of the base and permanently attached in the car is safer. This eliminates someone leaving the baby to sleep in the car seat (not only dangerous but can be deadly), keeps people from putting the car seat on a shopping cart (again, not only dangerous but can be deadly), and keeps people from relying on the handle of the car seat to carry the baby around (handles have had a high failure rate, so it can be dangerous.) So basically it eliminates 3 of the more common dangers that people put their babies in when using an infant carrier (leaving them to sleep in it, using it outside of the car, carrying it around a lot...) Also, some of the recent recalls in car seats have to do with their bases malfunctioning, and you wouldn't be allowed to use a base with those specific car seats.
Add: Every safety test I've read about has tested the car seat without the base as being safer than with the base. It's mostly consumer error that tends to make it safer, and those bases that adjust the angle without having anything added to it.|||well if it did not come with one u should call the company and tell them causes they all come with the base.. its a lot faster to clip them in a out of a car and if they are sleeping you don't have to disturb them and you don't have to worrier about buckling them in each time just snap them in the base and your done..|||When used correctly, they do not add any safety.
However, most people don't use a carseat without a base correctly. It is hard to get the belt tight enough (to where you have less then 1" of movement) when the baby is sitting in the car seat while you're tightening it down. Most people don't get the right recline level , and they also don't realize you have to put the handle down on most car seats when used without the base (even ones that allow you to have it up with the base).
It shows you in your manual how to use it both ways. Read the manual. Go to a car seat tech to find out exactly how to lock out your belts and install the car seat correctly.
If you know how to do it, and do it correctly every time, then no - you don't need the extra base.
If it's a car that the child will travel a lot in (like one way from day care every day) - then yes - just go buy the base - it ensures that in a hurry, the seat will be installed correctly.
www.seatcheck.org is the site to find a car seat tech near you.
Yes, it is convenient to use the base but I feel it also adds to teh safety of the car seat.|||Personally I think it is convenience. We lost ours when we moved, and are planning on using the same car seat with our baby(unless advised otherwise). Granted we don't drive hardly anywhere these days...I think it is just convenient anyway.
I have used our car seat both ways, and each way, the seat was strapped in tightly and would not move. When hooked in correctly, a seat(any seat) should stay put.|||It's very convenient! You don't have to strap the car seat in everytime you use it, you just snap it into the base and you're ready to go. The car seat can be used without the base, but i think using it with the base offers a more secure installation. The thing about using it without the base, it that you still have to get it at the correct angle everytime you use it. It's going to be a hassle for you to that every time you want to go somewhere. The base also tends to get the seat in tighter, with a better fit.|||convenience, and somewhat safety.
If you plan on taking the car seat out with the baby inside of it, then the more you buckle it in or buckle it out, the more likely you are to make a mistake. Like, if you're 90% accurate (a great rate) then 1 out of every 10 times you buckle the seat in you're going to make a mistake. So the base adds in safety in that the person can just keep the base locked in place and then put the car seat in. Less chance of failure.
Also, some car seat bases allow you to adjust the angle of the car seat. This removes the need for things like rolled up towels or car seat angle adjusters, which can compromise the safety of the seat. Since you NEED to make sure the car seat is at a 45degree angle (or else the breathing of the baby is compromised and their safety in a crash is compromised) this feature is safer to make sure that the car seat is always at a good angle.
If you plan on leaving the car seat permanently in the car however, and it's not one of those that the base adjusts the angle, then having the car seat outside of the base and permanently attached in the car is safer. This eliminates someone leaving the baby to sleep in the car seat (not only dangerous but can be deadly), keeps people from putting the car seat on a shopping cart (again, not only dangerous but can be deadly), and keeps people from relying on the handle of the car seat to carry the baby around (handles have had a high failure rate, so it can be dangerous.) So basically it eliminates 3 of the more common dangers that people put their babies in when using an infant carrier (leaving them to sleep in it, using it outside of the car, carrying it around a lot...) Also, some of the recent recalls in car seats have to do with their bases malfunctioning, and you wouldn't be allowed to use a base with those specific car seats.
Add: Every safety test I've read about has tested the car seat without the base as being safer than with the base. It's mostly consumer error that tends to make it safer, and those bases that adjust the angle without having anything added to it.|||well if it did not come with one u should call the company and tell them causes they all come with the base.. its a lot faster to clip them in a out of a car and if they are sleeping you don't have to disturb them and you don't have to worrier about buckling them in each time just snap them in the base and your done..|||When used correctly, they do not add any safety.
However, most people don't use a carseat without a base correctly. It is hard to get the belt tight enough (to where you have less then 1" of movement) when the baby is sitting in the car seat while you're tightening it down. Most people don't get the right recline level , and they also don't realize you have to put the handle down on most car seats when used without the base (even ones that allow you to have it up with the base).
It shows you in your manual how to use it both ways. Read the manual. Go to a car seat tech to find out exactly how to lock out your belts and install the car seat correctly.
If you know how to do it, and do it correctly every time, then no - you don't need the extra base.
If it's a car that the child will travel a lot in (like one way from day care every day) - then yes - just go buy the base - it ensures that in a hurry, the seat will be installed correctly.
www.seatcheck.org is the site to find a car seat tech near you.
Why don't they make the child safety lock accessible from inside the car?
Why do you have to get out of the car to push the child safety lock on the door. Why can't this accessible from inside of the car.|||That would kind of defeat the purpose of a child safety lock, wouldn't it?|||because then the child will be able to disable the lock DUH|||Because the kid could undo it! And it has to be mechanical (thus inside the door)|||because the child will be able to disable the child lock, thus making child-safety locks redundant|||Because then it is accessible to the child and would defeat the whole purpose of having one|||Simple answer is , it would defeat the purpose if the child could open it. That's why they are placed where they are, on the door or door frame.|||Because if you were lucky enough to get your date in the back seat, she'd be able to escape more easily!
If the lock was inside with the other lock it defeats the purpose so you might as well only have the original locks as they usually can't reach them from a CARSEAT.|||so the kid doesnt accidentally unlock it himself||| If it was accessible from inside, the kid would unlock it and open the door whole driving, right?? It is not there to keep kids from opening the door from the outside while driving down the highway. That would be a very fast kid!|||Because it is safer this way, it forces you to get out of the vehicle to open the door...........||| I had a real pithy answer for this one but I'll just agree with the rest of the responders and leave it at that.
It's out of the way for a reason. Think about it.|||This would be pointless as the little one will soon sort this out and open them when they wont to !
If the lock was inside with the other lock it defeats the purpose so you might as well only have the original locks as they usually can't reach them from a CARSEAT.|||so the kid doesnt accidentally unlock it himself||| If it was accessible from inside, the kid would unlock it and open the door whole driving, right?? It is not there to keep kids from opening the door from the outside while driving down the highway. That would be a very fast kid!|||Because it is safer this way, it forces you to get out of the vehicle to open the door...........||| I had a real pithy answer for this one but I'll just agree with the rest of the responders and leave it at that.
It's out of the way for a reason. Think about it.|||This would be pointless as the little one will soon sort this out and open them when they wont to !
What are the rules and regulations regarding car seat safety in NJ if I want to take a 6month old in a cab/bus
I want to know all about the laws in NJ if I want to carry a 6 month old baby in a taxi. I read somewhere that New York taxis are exempt from car seat laws and you can carry the infant/toddler on your lap but what about NJ. Where can I find the official information|||Law in NJ:
http://www.inventiveparent.com/lawsreg2.鈥?/a>
It says seats are required in all vehicles except public buses. So the 6 months old needs a seat. The bigger issue, however, is that a 6 month old baby needs a car seat in EVERY vehicle for EVERY trip no matter how long or short, no matter what state. That baby will be hurt just as much in a taxi as in your personal vehicle. Is it convenient? Not particular. But I'll be achingly blunt - how convenient would a funeral for a baby be? The laws of physics do not suddenly change just b/c baby is riding in a taxi rather than a family SUV or sedan. And a 6 month old not in a car seat is a death waiting to happen.
So - required by law in NJ, not in NY, though what a stupid rule. :(
Best bet? Get a seat that travels well, is light weight and/or installs easily. At the least expensive end of the spectrum is the Cosco Scenera, $45 at Walmart/Target/Kmart. Lightweight, generally installs easily. Its major benefit is that is rear faces to 35lbs, very important since kids should stay rear facing as long as possible. Turning kids forward at 20lbs/1year is an outdated practice that could cost you your child's life!
1)A forward-facing child under 2 years old is 5 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a crash than a rear-facing child of the same age.
2)A child's vertabrae do not fully fuse until 3-6 years old, before then, she is at great risk for internal decapitation. The spinal column can stretch up to 2 inches in a crash BUT the spinal cord can only stretch up to 1/4 inch before it snaps and baby is gone.
3)Current research suggests that children under the age of two years are 75 percent less likely to die or be seriously injured when they are riding rear facing.
4)In a recent article from Injury Prevention, it was found that the odds of severe injury to forward facing children age 12-23 months old was 5.32 times higher than a rear facing child. (Car Safety Seats For Children: Rear Facing For Best Protection; Injury Prevention 2007; 13:398-402.)
The Scenera doesn't last very long once the child outgrows it rear facing, most kids outgrow it forward facing by 2-3 years, but for $45 its still a great deal.
The Britax Marathon is the easiest car seat to install, but more pricey (Target has them on sale this week for $229) and heavier to tote around. But definitely the easiest which makes it more convenient. I could get ours in any car in under 2 minutes forward facing, 5 minutes for rear facing. Very simple. Get a Traveling Toddler Travelmate or GoGoKidz to attach to it to make it a little easier to tote around since its heavier.
Either way - baby needs a seat everywhere you go. Including on airplanes!|||Great answer... just one little problem: babies don't need carseats on airplanes. They don't even need their own ticket until they're 2 years old.
|||Child Safety Seat Law
If you鈥檙e traveling anywhere in the United States, you are required by law to have children up to three years of age ride in a child safety seat.
Even more stringent are requirements in states like California and Oregon, which require children under six years in age or 60 pounds in weight to ride in appropriate child safety seats.
Some states like New Jersey and North Carolina require car seats for a child who is under eight years old and under 80 pounds.
Fines can vary state to state from $10 to $200.
Try these sites...............
http://www.inventiveparent.com/lawsreg2.鈥?/a>
http://www.babycenter.com/404_should-i-u鈥?/a>|||Taxicabs are exempt from the child safety seat law in most states. I suggest calling any cab company in New Jersey to see if they are included.
http://www.inventiveparent.com/lawsreg2.鈥?/a>
It says seats are required in all vehicles except public buses. So the 6 months old needs a seat. The bigger issue, however, is that a 6 month old baby needs a car seat in EVERY vehicle for EVERY trip no matter how long or short, no matter what state. That baby will be hurt just as much in a taxi as in your personal vehicle. Is it convenient? Not particular. But I'll be achingly blunt - how convenient would a funeral for a baby be? The laws of physics do not suddenly change just b/c baby is riding in a taxi rather than a family SUV or sedan. And a 6 month old not in a car seat is a death waiting to happen.
So - required by law in NJ, not in NY, though what a stupid rule. :(
Best bet? Get a seat that travels well, is light weight and/or installs easily. At the least expensive end of the spectrum is the Cosco Scenera, $45 at Walmart/Target/Kmart. Lightweight, generally installs easily. Its major benefit is that is rear faces to 35lbs, very important since kids should stay rear facing as long as possible. Turning kids forward at 20lbs/1year is an outdated practice that could cost you your child's life!
1)A forward-facing child under 2 years old is 5 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a crash than a rear-facing child of the same age.
2)A child's vertabrae do not fully fuse until 3-6 years old, before then, she is at great risk for internal decapitation. The spinal column can stretch up to 2 inches in a crash BUT the spinal cord can only stretch up to 1/4 inch before it snaps and baby is gone.
3)Current research suggests that children under the age of two years are 75 percent less likely to die or be seriously injured when they are riding rear facing.
4)In a recent article from Injury Prevention, it was found that the odds of severe injury to forward facing children age 12-23 months old was 5.32 times higher than a rear facing child. (Car Safety Seats For Children: Rear Facing For Best Protection; Injury Prevention 2007; 13:398-402.)
The Scenera doesn't last very long once the child outgrows it rear facing, most kids outgrow it forward facing by 2-3 years, but for $45 its still a great deal.
The Britax Marathon is the easiest car seat to install, but more pricey (Target has them on sale this week for $229) and heavier to tote around. But definitely the easiest which makes it more convenient. I could get ours in any car in under 2 minutes forward facing, 5 minutes for rear facing. Very simple. Get a Traveling Toddler Travelmate or GoGoKidz to attach to it to make it a little easier to tote around since its heavier.
Either way - baby needs a seat everywhere you go. Including on airplanes!|||Great answer... just one little problem: babies don't need carseats on airplanes. They don't even need their own ticket until they're 2 years old.
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|||Child Safety Seat Law
If you鈥檙e traveling anywhere in the United States, you are required by law to have children up to three years of age ride in a child safety seat.
Even more stringent are requirements in states like California and Oregon, which require children under six years in age or 60 pounds in weight to ride in appropriate child safety seats.
Some states like New Jersey and North Carolina require car seats for a child who is under eight years old and under 80 pounds.
Fines can vary state to state from $10 to $200.
Try these sites...............
http://www.inventiveparent.com/lawsreg2.鈥?/a>
http://www.babycenter.com/404_should-i-u鈥?/a>|||Taxicabs are exempt from the child safety seat law in most states. I suggest calling any cab company in New Jersey to see if they are included.
IN qUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA My car has passed a roadworthy check and i have the safety cert from car dealer but?
Does the car need to be inspected by main roads when i go in to register the car?|||All you need from that point of view is a valid roadworthy certificate and the safety certificate. You also need proof of the garaging address i.e. rates notice, tenancy agreement, gas, electricity or landline phone account, acceptable personal ID such as your driver's licence or an 18+ card and proof of 3rd party registration. See:
http://www.support.transport.qld.gov.au/鈥?/a> for all info.|||No the roadworthy certificate as filled in by your authorized tester is all you have to show ~~
http://www.support.transport.qld.gov.au/鈥?/a> for all info.|||No the roadworthy certificate as filled in by your authorized tester is all you have to show ~~
How many seconds do you stay behind a car for safety in texas?
I have to take my permit test and my Texas driver's handbook states that you should stay two seconds behind other cars...but in another drivers ed book I have, it says that your supposed to stay three seconds behind another car. Does anyone know which one is correct?
Thanks in advance|||The answer you are looking for is known as the "Two Second Rule". You need a minimum of 2 seconds during regular daylight hours, 4 seconds at night, and more during bad weather. . . . As for the headlights it is usually 300 ft as you overtake a car ahead of you and 500 ft as you approach an oncoming car. It is simpler though to always dim your lights when you can see the headlights coming at you.|||You stay a reasonable distance behind the car in front of you always. Also, you always dim your lights at night when you are blinding them with bright lights.|||My understanding is 1 car length for each 10 mph . Headlight dimming is 500 ft .|||2 seconds is the general rule. 3 seconds is safer. As a motor-coach driver, company policy is a 6 second following distance.
Thanks in advance|||The answer you are looking for is known as the "Two Second Rule". You need a minimum of 2 seconds during regular daylight hours, 4 seconds at night, and more during bad weather. . . . As for the headlights it is usually 300 ft as you overtake a car ahead of you and 500 ft as you approach an oncoming car. It is simpler though to always dim your lights when you can see the headlights coming at you.|||You stay a reasonable distance behind the car in front of you always. Also, you always dim your lights at night when you are blinding them with bright lights.|||My understanding is 1 car length for each 10 mph . Headlight dimming is 500 ft .|||2 seconds is the general rule. 3 seconds is safer. As a motor-coach driver, company policy is a 6 second following distance.
Can we take off the safety inspection failed sticker from my car glass?
I just recently went to an inspector to get emission and safety inspection done. Emission was successful but safety inspection failed due to some reasons. I don't want to go with him again after all fixes what failed. Before I go to another inspector, do I take out that violation sticker from my car?
What if its again failed?|||You do not need to remove the sticker. The second inspector can remove it.
What if its again failed?|||You do not need to remove the sticker. The second inspector can remove it.
How should a baby car seat be installed to maximize safety?
We followed the instructions when installing the car seat, but we want to be sure that it is installed to maximize safety. Can anyone show me, step-by-step, how to properly install a car seat? There is even a gap between the car seat and the back seat of my car, does anyone have any tips for making this as secure as possible?|||Tip 1. Securing your child car safety seat Always install the seat tightly, using your body weight to tighten and fasten the seatbelt. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1") of movement of the seat from side to side or forward. Each time you place your child in the car safety seat, give it a tug to make sure it is still secure
Tip 2. Using tether straps with forward-facing car seats
The tether strap for a forward-facing child car safety seat must be used. The tether strap is located on the rear of the child car safety seat and has a hook. The hook is designed to attach the strap to the tether anchorage on the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Ensure the tether is only secured to the designated anchorage point(s) in the vehicle as specified by the manufacturer.
Tip 3. Using Universal Anchorage System (UAS) / LATCH
All new Canadian vehicles manufactured on or after September 1, 2002 come with lower universal anchorage points. Consult the vehicle owner's manual before using the UAS system/LATCH to determine where the anchorage points are located and ensure that the correct method is used as advised by the car seat manufacturer.
Tip 5. Using harness slots
Your child car safety seat's harness straps must be positioned correctly by ensuring they pass through the correct slots.
Rear-facing child car safety seat harness straps should sit at or below the child's shoulders.
Forward-facing child car safety seat harness straps should sit at or above the child's shoulders.
Tip 6. Securing your child in the harness
Ensure that the harness system is snug enough on your child's chest to allow only one finger width between the strap and the child's collarbone.
Tip 7. Positioning your harness straps
Ensure that harness straps lie flat and they do not twist or fold. Harnesses need to be straightened out each time the child is secured in the seat.
Tip 8. Adjusting chest clips
Properly adjust the chest clips on the harness. They should lie flat against the chest and be positioned at armpit level.
Tip 9. Installing away from active air bags
Always install child car safety seats away from active air bags. The safest place is in the back seat of a passenger car, sport utility vehicle or light truck and either the second or third row in a mini-van.
Tip 10. Installing your rear-facing child car safety seat on a proper angle
Most child car safety seats have a recline position that must be used when in the rear-facing position for an infant (up to 9kg or 20lbs). Check your child car safety seat owner's manual for instructions. For rear-facing seats, if necessary, use a tightly rolled towel or a foam bar (pool noodle) under the base of the child car safety seat to adjust the angle to 45 degrees. A forward-facing child car safety seat should be in the upright position. Make sure that when the seat is turned from rear-facing to forward-facing, the recline feature is adjusted to the upright position.
here's a video*|||In order to maximize the safety of the baby, you must put the baby's car seat in the middle compartment in the back seat and with the baby facing the rear end of the car.|||the proper way hence the instruction manual.|||well i don't want 2 make a video clip, but go 2 ur local firer dept... and they will show u how|||In order to MAXIMIZE your childs safety, you will have to visit your local hardware store and purchase a chain/padloc, rope, zipties, duc tape, clamps/screws, rubber padding, etc...|||you should follow the instructions' manual that came with the carseat. I do know that the seat goes in the backseat of your car and the seat from the car is used to secure it . please look at your manual. or better go to your local police department and ask them how to secure the seat properly.|||if you go to your local mothercare, halfords or fire station they will show you|||Back when we were kids, as long as we were somewhat buckled in...we were considered 'safe mode'...nowadays, as parents...we hear too many stories pertaining to our kids safety...the only reasonable safety response you will receive will be from your local authourities....give them a call to see when they are having their 'annual safety check'...or ask them if you can come by to have them check your situation out...whatever will serve as peace of mind.|||You need to go to a local fire department and they will show you how to install it for complete safety.|||You should go to your local fire station to find out. Every seat is different and every car is different..... Also, find local car lots that are giving demonstrations.|||difficult for me to answer|||install backwards|||I'm not sure of the exact set up but I do know this:
In the back seat
Facing backwards
On one side or the other, Not the center.|||Your best bet would be to take it to your local police station. They will install it for you.|||The best thing I can say is that installilation of your baby car set might be different from others. but the best way is for the seat to be facing the front and it should be installed in the back seat to decrease the maximum effect during collission.|||The highway patrol or any car inspector can help you.|||Depends on the car seat and the age of the child.If it is a infant the it facing the back of back seat.And the should be belted tightly against the seat as so it doesn't move and depended on the gap if it is just a small area it should not be a problem but if it is a larger gap I would take it in to be fix.If it is a toddler or older child then it should face forward like seating in the seat normal.and should also be tight against the back seat with the belt unable to be moved.hope that helps|||Theres a safety strap that's attached to the car seat it has a hook type deal on the end that seems to go no where well you can attach the strap to one of the bars under the seat(The Cars Seat) fasten the seat belt and the car seat shouldn't be able to move. Or you might want to call your local DMV office and see if some one can show you how to properly install it.|||So the baby won't go thru the windshield|||If you are not sure about the way you installed the car seat I would take it to your local fire station and they can help you install it properly or even your local police station...some times they have these check points on weekends that you can take your car and car seat too for them to inspect...I think that its great that you want your child to be safe...|||Go to the fire department, they install all the time, i would have done this but my husband got all sorts of defensive, because he knew he did it right and I was over concerned. I figure its free and why not for piece of mind. Congrats on the baby|||You need to carefully read not only the baby car seat instructions, but also your vehicle's manual for any specifics regarding optimum installation of a baby or booster seat. Generally speaking, if you have the room you should put the seat in the center backseat. Watch out for potential airbags that could hit the seat - you may have to have them disabled as generally speaking a child should be at least 80lbs. and a certain height before they become protective as opposed to destructive.
If any doubts, check with your local fire or police station depending on your area.
One other thing that a friend of mine used for her baby then toddler that I found kind of interesting was a series of mirrors so you could see the baby/child without having to turn around. The baby set-up is a little more complex because of the backfacing design, but after that you just have the one on your rearview mirror to adjust to see whatever kid. In fact, I think parents of older kids use them too for safer 'keep your eyes on the road' reason.|||Your local police department, fire department, or ambulance personnel should be able to help you. The state patrol where I live have a class about it every once in a while to show people how to do it correctly.|||go to baby's-r-us (or??) and get a foam wedge for the gap. secondly, go to the Highway Patrol office and have them do the installation FOR YOU.|||If you contact your local highwa patrol they will educate/show you how to install it the correct way according to age and weight. I did it!|||read the instructions.|||Where the gap is you can put a taped pool noodle (they taught us in training). Make sure the seat is firmly strapped in. It should not move. If it is a rear facing infant seat, the seat should be able to flip up towards the back of the seat. This is to lessen impact for an infant.
Go to the place your children would be immunized and ask them for a hand. They will be glad to show you.|||I think you can contact the nearest fire or police station and they can check to see if you have installed it correctly.|||it is safety|||screw the baby and kill it! I'm kidding I don't know|||YOur local fire station will show you exactly how to do it. also watch for car seat safety checks. My community does them at least once a month.
Tip 2. Using tether straps with forward-facing car seats
The tether strap for a forward-facing child car safety seat must be used. The tether strap is located on the rear of the child car safety seat and has a hook. The hook is designed to attach the strap to the tether anchorage on the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Ensure the tether is only secured to the designated anchorage point(s) in the vehicle as specified by the manufacturer.
Tip 3. Using Universal Anchorage System (UAS) / LATCH
All new Canadian vehicles manufactured on or after September 1, 2002 come with lower universal anchorage points. Consult the vehicle owner's manual before using the UAS system/LATCH to determine where the anchorage points are located and ensure that the correct method is used as advised by the car seat manufacturer.
Tip 5. Using harness slots
Your child car safety seat's harness straps must be positioned correctly by ensuring they pass through the correct slots.
Rear-facing child car safety seat harness straps should sit at or below the child's shoulders.
Forward-facing child car safety seat harness straps should sit at or above the child's shoulders.
Tip 6. Securing your child in the harness
Ensure that the harness system is snug enough on your child's chest to allow only one finger width between the strap and the child's collarbone.
Tip 7. Positioning your harness straps
Ensure that harness straps lie flat and they do not twist or fold. Harnesses need to be straightened out each time the child is secured in the seat.
Tip 8. Adjusting chest clips
Properly adjust the chest clips on the harness. They should lie flat against the chest and be positioned at armpit level.
Tip 9. Installing away from active air bags
Always install child car safety seats away from active air bags. The safest place is in the back seat of a passenger car, sport utility vehicle or light truck and either the second or third row in a mini-van.
Tip 10. Installing your rear-facing child car safety seat on a proper angle
Most child car safety seats have a recline position that must be used when in the rear-facing position for an infant (up to 9kg or 20lbs). Check your child car safety seat owner's manual for instructions. For rear-facing seats, if necessary, use a tightly rolled towel or a foam bar (pool noodle) under the base of the child car safety seat to adjust the angle to 45 degrees. A forward-facing child car safety seat should be in the upright position. Make sure that when the seat is turned from rear-facing to forward-facing, the recline feature is adjusted to the upright position.
here's a video*|||In order to maximize the safety of the baby, you must put the baby's car seat in the middle compartment in the back seat and with the baby facing the rear end of the car.|||the proper way hence the instruction manual.|||well i don't want 2 make a video clip, but go 2 ur local firer dept... and they will show u how|||In order to MAXIMIZE your childs safety, you will have to visit your local hardware store and purchase a chain/padloc, rope, zipties, duc tape, clamps/screws, rubber padding, etc...|||you should follow the instructions' manual that came with the carseat. I do know that the seat goes in the backseat of your car and the seat from the car is used to secure it . please look at your manual. or better go to your local police department and ask them how to secure the seat properly.|||if you go to your local mothercare, halfords or fire station they will show you|||Back when we were kids, as long as we were somewhat buckled in...we were considered 'safe mode'...nowadays, as parents...we hear too many stories pertaining to our kids safety...the only reasonable safety response you will receive will be from your local authourities....give them a call to see when they are having their 'annual safety check'...or ask them if you can come by to have them check your situation out...whatever will serve as peace of mind.|||You need to go to a local fire department and they will show you how to install it for complete safety.|||You should go to your local fire station to find out. Every seat is different and every car is different..... Also, find local car lots that are giving demonstrations.|||difficult for me to answer|||install backwards|||I'm not sure of the exact set up but I do know this:
In the back seat
Facing backwards
On one side or the other, Not the center.|||Your best bet would be to take it to your local police station. They will install it for you.|||The best thing I can say is that installilation of your baby car set might be different from others. but the best way is for the seat to be facing the front and it should be installed in the back seat to decrease the maximum effect during collission.|||The highway patrol or any car inspector can help you.|||Depends on the car seat and the age of the child.If it is a infant the it facing the back of back seat.And the should be belted tightly against the seat as so it doesn't move and depended on the gap if it is just a small area it should not be a problem but if it is a larger gap I would take it in to be fix.If it is a toddler or older child then it should face forward like seating in the seat normal.and should also be tight against the back seat with the belt unable to be moved.hope that helps|||Theres a safety strap that's attached to the car seat it has a hook type deal on the end that seems to go no where well you can attach the strap to one of the bars under the seat(The Cars Seat) fasten the seat belt and the car seat shouldn't be able to move. Or you might want to call your local DMV office and see if some one can show you how to properly install it.|||So the baby won't go thru the windshield|||If you are not sure about the way you installed the car seat I would take it to your local fire station and they can help you install it properly or even your local police station...some times they have these check points on weekends that you can take your car and car seat too for them to inspect...I think that its great that you want your child to be safe...|||Go to the fire department, they install all the time, i would have done this but my husband got all sorts of defensive, because he knew he did it right and I was over concerned. I figure its free and why not for piece of mind. Congrats on the baby|||You need to carefully read not only the baby car seat instructions, but also your vehicle's manual for any specifics regarding optimum installation of a baby or booster seat. Generally speaking, if you have the room you should put the seat in the center backseat. Watch out for potential airbags that could hit the seat - you may have to have them disabled as generally speaking a child should be at least 80lbs. and a certain height before they become protective as opposed to destructive.
If any doubts, check with your local fire or police station depending on your area.
One other thing that a friend of mine used for her baby then toddler that I found kind of interesting was a series of mirrors so you could see the baby/child without having to turn around. The baby set-up is a little more complex because of the backfacing design, but after that you just have the one on your rearview mirror to adjust to see whatever kid. In fact, I think parents of older kids use them too for safer 'keep your eyes on the road' reason.|||Your local police department, fire department, or ambulance personnel should be able to help you. The state patrol where I live have a class about it every once in a while to show people how to do it correctly.|||go to baby's-r-us (or??) and get a foam wedge for the gap. secondly, go to the Highway Patrol office and have them do the installation FOR YOU.|||If you contact your local highwa patrol they will educate/show you how to install it the correct way according to age and weight. I did it!|||read the instructions.|||Where the gap is you can put a taped pool noodle (they taught us in training). Make sure the seat is firmly strapped in. It should not move. If it is a rear facing infant seat, the seat should be able to flip up towards the back of the seat. This is to lessen impact for an infant.
Go to the place your children would be immunized and ask them for a hand. They will be glad to show you.|||I think you can contact the nearest fire or police station and they can check to see if you have installed it correctly.|||it is safety|||screw the baby and kill it! I'm kidding I don't know|||YOur local fire station will show you exactly how to do it. also watch for car seat safety checks. My community does them at least once a month.
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