Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week
Child Passenger Safety Week 2025 is September 21–27. This is when the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) highlights the importance of car seats and booster seats for infants and children.
Car Seats Are Often Installed Incorrectly
Car crashes are a leading cause of vehicle-related injury and death for children. Parents must ensure children are secured in properly installed car seats to help avoid such incidents.
According to the NHTSA, 46% of car and booster seats are installed incorrectly, which could result in less protection in a crash.
Get Your Car Seat Inspected
Many caregivers have questions about the latest guidelines on booster, forward-facing, and rear-facing car seats.
Numerous communities will offer National Seat Check Saturday events on September 27. During a car seat check event, you can receive free instruction from certified technicians on installing and using car seats.
Even outside of Child Passenger Safety Week, there are numerous ways to get your car seat inspected by a professional. The NHTSA’s car seat inspection locator can help you find them.
Ensure Your Auto Insurance Suits Your Family
If you’re welcoming a new child, it’s important to review and update your insurance. Contact your local agent to review your current auto insurance coverage and compare quotes from top area insurers.
Watch Out for Back-to-School Traffic
As school-related traffic increases this fall, it’s essential to be on the lookout for vehicles, buses, and pedestrians, especially near schools and bus stops.
Back-to-school traffic means more children biking, walking, and crossing streets—often during peak commuting hours.
Here are some tips for navigating back-to-school traffic:
- Slow down in school zones and watch for posted speed limits.
- Pay attention to crossing guards and children, especially near intersections and driveways.
- Never pass a stopped school bus with its lights flashing.
- Avoid distractions like loud music and phones while driving.
Now is an ideal time to commit to safer driving habits. A few extra seconds of caution can help prevent accidents.
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