Parents will have the opportunity to have their child safety seats checked by certified professionals at Leadership Ford. The seat will be checked for proper installation in the vehicle, correct size and fit for the child and possible safety recalls. Parents are also encouraged to bring their children who weigh 90 lbs. Children will also be able to visit with Sesame Street Characters. The show will be traveling to community centers, malls and auto shows in over 14 major cities throughout the United States.
Children are safest when properly restrained in the back seat.
Use approved child safety seats for children weighing less than 40 pounds. Children between 4 and 11 years of age and weighing between 40 and 90 pounds should use a booster seat to help position the safety belt across the shoulder and hips. Front seats should be moved as far back as possible from air bags. Educating parents and children will help reduce auto-related injuries and deaths. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children from 5-15 years of age.