Did you know baby car seats weren’t always designed to save lives? Before the 1970s, they were just seats to keep kids in place. But research and regulations changed that—saving countless lives. 🚗💡
What changed?
1 – Crash Protection: Modern car seats reduce infant fatalities by 71% and toddler deaths by 54%.
2 – Regulations: The 1980s made safety testing mandatory, shifting focus from convenience to protection.
3 – Awareness: Campaigns boosted car seat use from 15% in 1971 to 90%+ today.
Science saves lives—always buckle up!
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