Never leave children alone or unsupervised in an automobile. Always put your keys in a safe and secure place. Never leave car keys where children can find them. Always lock your car even at home.
Unlocked cars pose a risk to children who are naturally curious and often lack fear.
Teach your children the dangers of a car and let them know that it is not a toy or playground. Try to plan ahead when you have a lot of errands to run. Do these when a spouse, or a trusted neighbor or friend can watch your child. The errands will be completed sooner, you will be less stressed, and your child will be happy to see you when you return home. Remember to use drive-up windows at your bank, dry cleaners and other businesses that have them.