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Kids 12 and younger should ride where in the car?

In the back seat, buckled up every ride.

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  1. In the front seat
  2. In the back seat ✔
  3. Anywhere, if buckled

Why: The back seat is the safest place for kids. Front air bags are made for bigger bodies and can hurt kids.

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Answer: In the back seat. The back seat is the safest place for kids. Front air bags are made for bigger bodies and can hurt kids.

  1. Car and Bus Safety (KidsHealth for Kids) kidshealth.org/en/kids/car-safety.html
    Kids 12 years old and younger need to ride in the back seat because it's the safest place to be.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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