Installing car seats properly could save your children’s life

(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – AUSTIN – A car seat can be a lifesaver, but only if it’s installed and used correctly.Whether you’re going to school or taking a family trip, knowing how to properly install a car seat is absolutely vital.Related Stories “It’s extremely important that parents schedule a car seat check today,” TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams said. “Ensuring car seats are installed correctly is one of the most important things a parent or caregiver can do to protect their children in a crash.”Nearly half (46%) of all car seats have been installed incorrectly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.National Child Passenger Safety Week was last week, however, TxDOT offers free car seat safety checks throughout the year. Parents can schedule a free car seat safety check at SaveMeWithASeat.org. Enter their code to find the nearest TxDOT traffic safety specialist in their area.Texas law requires all children under the age of 8 or shorter than 4 feet and 9 inches, to be in a car seat when riding in a passenger vehicle. Failure to properly restrain a child can result in a ticket of up to $250. In 2023, 47 children younger than 8 years...