08/31/2026
🍑 Life's peachy when you're buckled up safely!
A properly used car seat can help protect your child on every ride. Take a quick moment to double-check: ✅ Harness straps at the correct height ✅ Chest clip at armpit level ✅ Harness snug with no slack ✅ Car seat facing the correct direction ✅ Installation follows the manufacturer's instructions
A few seconds of checking can make a big difference.
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When it comes to child passenger safety, the best car seat is one that fits your child, fits your vehicle, and is used correctly every trip.
Even the right car seat can't provide its full protection if it's not adjusted or installed properly. Before you hit the road, take a moment to check these important car seat basics:
✅ Harness straps at the correct height for your child's car seat mode.
✅ Chest clip positioned at armpit level to help keep the harness properly placed.
✅ Snug harness fit with no excess slack. You shouldn't be able to pinch any webbing at the child's shoulders.
✅ Seat facing the correct direction based on your child's age, size, and the car seat manufacturer's limits.
✅ Car seat installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and vehicle owner's manual.
Car seat use can be confusing, and even experienced caregivers may have questions. If you're unsure about your car seat setup, a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) can help ensure your child is riding as safely as possible.
A quick safety check before each trip helps give families confidence and children the protection they need on every ride.
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Graphic with a peach-themed background and the headline, "Life's Peachy When You're Buckled Up Safely." In the center, a child is seated in a forward-facing car seat wearing sunglasses. Along the left side are safety reminders that read: "Harness Straps at correct height," "Chest clip at armpit level," "Seat facing the correct direction," "Harness Snug," and "Car seat installed according to manufacturer instructions!" Logos for Save a Life Texas, Drive Like a Texan, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, and Passenger Safety KidSafe Initiatives appear at the bottom. The graphic reminds caregivers to check key car seat safety steps to help keep children protected on every ride.
