The examples on the left show what not to do, while the images on the right demonstrate the proper technique. Don’t allow more than 1 inch of movement either forward and back or side to side when ...

If you're driving with a young child in the car, never take off without properly installing their car seat. According to the nonprofit Safe Kids Worldwide, “Correctly used car seats can reduce the ...

This article was produced independently of the Car and Driver editorial team. Installing car seat covers can preserve the beauty and value of your car while expressing your aesthetic preferences.

This article was updated with new information in December 2025. If you're anything like the members of the Gear Team, you’re driving an older car that doesn’t come with the luxury of heated seats.