Millions of Americans will take to the roads over the July 4 weekend. In addition to mapping out your route, packing snacks and making sure your car emergency kit is fully stocked, you’ll also want to think about how to keep kids safe on the road trip.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that nearly half of all child car seats are installed incorrectly. Not completely confident that your child’s car seat is safely installed? Then watch the short video above. It has helpful correct installation and more.
Also check out our top tips on buying and installing a child safety seat. Knowing your littlest passengers are safe gives you peace of mind so you can move on to other orders of business—like how to keep kids entertained during that long drive. (Good luck!)