Car seat laws changed dramatically in 2006, when new legislation meant all children up to 12 years old (or until they reached a height of 135cm) had to use an ‘appropriate’ car seat. Since then ...

The BPA (Baby Products Association) and car seat makers who help develop the laws have confirmed there are no plans to completely ban backless booster seats. The reason the law makers say they won't ...

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We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Harmony Youth Booster Elite car seat to find out if it's worth it.

All 50 states have child safety seat laws that require young children to ... seat you buy depends on standard seats in the car. Buy a backless booster seat if your car seats have high backs ...

Car seats are essential to keeping your kids safe while out on the roads. But with the law set to change on March 1, which could mean children up to 12 have to travel on a backed booster seat ...

However, for maximum safety, they should continue using a booster seat until the seatbelt fits correctly. Backless booster seats help position the seatbelt correctly but lack a back or headrest.

For more options, check out our full booster seat ratings, and consult our car seat buying guide to learn more about the ...