Integrated child safety seats are designed for children who weigh at least 20 pounds and are at least 1 year old. Always slide your seat back as far as possible and sit back Buckle everyone Children 12 and under should ride properly restrained in the back seat. Lap belts should be low and snug across the hips, and the shoulder belt should cross your chest, not in front of your neck or face. Do not put the shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. When buying a car, ask about anti-theft options such as steering column locks, alarms, switches that interrupt the fuel or electronic systems, and locks for tape decks, batteries and gas tanks.
Many insurance companies offer reduced rates to owners who install security devices.
The sale of stolen autos is a flourishing business in many states. Here are several things that can tip you off to a stolen car. If there are two ignition keys, it may mean that the ignition switch was changed. Don't buy until all blanks on the title are completed. Inspect the vehicle for a loose, unaligned or scratched VIN plate, a chipped or broken vent window or scrape marks by the vent window.