The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) has released its annual list of the best-fitting booster seats for children from 4 to 8 years old.
As it turns out, 15 of the 17 new models for 2012 earn the top rating. Overall, there are 47 ''Best Bets'' among the 91 boosters rated, along with five ''Good Bets''. Two models from Safety 1st -- the All-in-One and Alpha Omega Elite -- are "Not Recommended."
The IIHS test is based on fit to a dummy that represents an average sized 6-year-old child. Criteria include support behind the child's head and the ability to correctly position the vehicle's seat belt, among others.
See the full list at iihs.org
As it turns out, 15 of the 17 new models for 2012 earn the top rating. Overall, there are 47 ''Best Bets'' among the 91 boosters rated, along with five ''Good Bets''. Two models from Safety 1st -- the All-in-One and Alpha Omega Elite -- are "Not Recommended."
The IIHS test is based on fit to a dummy that represents an average sized 6-year-old child. Criteria include support behind the child's head and the ability to correctly position the vehicle's seat belt, among others.
See the full list at iihs.org
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