1960 pickup with car seat

T

Tyrone W

Guest
Is it legal and/or safe for me to transport my 1.5 or 3 year old in a car seat in my 1960 pickup? Both front facing. The vehicle has locking belts and no airbags. We’re in B.C. Canada for reference.
 
ADS

SafeDad

CPSDarren - Admin
Staff member
Is it legal and/or safe for me to transport my 1.5 or 3 year old in a car seat in my 1960 pickup? Both front facing. The vehicle has locking belts and no airbags. We’re in B.C. Canada for reference.

You would have to check the laws of an individual state or province as to legality. Many have laws pertaining to the use of car seats, some include wording about proper use. Depending on the truck, it may or may not be able to properly secure a child safety seat. I would definitely recommend that you consult a local technician for to determine if a child of that age can be correctly restrained in a classic car or other older vehicle.


 

ketchupqueen

CPST and ketchup snob
Staff member
In Canada, forward facing seats must use the tether by law. You won't have anchors, so the only legal option would be rear facing.
 

Car-Seat.Org Facebook Group

Forum statistics

Threads
219,618
Messages
2,196,789
Members
13,520
Latest member
Akoenen01

You must read your carseat and vehicle owner’s manual and understand any relevant state laws. These are the rules you must follow to restrain your children safely. All opinions at Car-Seat.Org are those of the individual author for informational purposes only, and do not necessarily reflect any policy or position of Carseat Media LLC. Car-Seat.Org makes no representations as to accuracy, completeness, currentness, suitability, or validity of any information on this site and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its display or use. All information is provided on an as-is basis. If you are unsure about information provided to you, please visit a local certified technician. Before posting or using our website you must read and agree to our TERMS.

Graco is a Proud Sponsor of Car-Seat.Org! Britax is a Proud Sponsor of Car-Seat.Org! Nuna Baby is a Proud Sponsor of Car-Seat.Org!

Please  Support Car-Seat.Org  with your purchases of infant, convertible, combination and boosters seats from our premier sponsors above.
Shop travel systems, strollers and baby gear from Britax, Chicco, Clek, Combi, Evenflo, First Years, Graco, Maxi-Cosi, Nuna, Safety 1st, Diono & more! ©2001-2022 Carseat Media LLC

Top