raynjen
04-15-2003, 07:14 PM
This is a question specifically for the car techs out there: We live in Okinawa, Japan I've noticed LOTS of people here use the front seat for their children (actually, the majority of Okinawans don't use car seats at all!) The cars used here don't have airbags so that isn't a problem. Also the main roads are limited to 40 kph (just under 24 mph) so high-speed crashes are virtually unheard of. Are there other reasons for keeping your children in the backseat? What with all the head turning for crackers, sippy cups, and "uh-oh"s I sometimes wonder if it wouldn't be safer to have my daughter beside me. Any of you safety techs want to weigh in on this?
Thanks for your help!
Jen in Okinawa
Mom to Noelle (10/25/01)
Thanks for your help!
Jen in Okinawa
Mom to Noelle (10/25/01)