INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) — After a car crash, most of us know to check for injuries and damage to our vehicles. But what about your child’s car seat? Consumer Reports’ own car seat safety ...

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2026 Chevrolet Trax.

Starting June 30, 2025, all car seats sold in the U.S. will be required to meet new federal safety standards. The change is designed to better protect children in side-impact (T-bone) collisions, a ...

Every parent wants to keep their kid safe and healthy, including in the car, which is why we contain them in car seats for the recommended number of years, no matter how much they fuss. Yet motor ...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has introduced new standards for child car seats, marking a significant advancement in child passenger safety. These updated regulations aim ...

Car seats not being installed correctly is a major concern for child passenger safety week, which is Sept. 18-24. “Fifty-nine percent of car seats are installed incorrectly,” said Kate Carr, president ...