SAFETY FIRST
PARENTS have been urged to remember a life-saving feature in cars to keep their children safe.
The child safety lock stops passengers in the back seat - especially curious kids - from opening doors from inside the car.
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It could prove life-saving for little ones on car journeys, as back doors won't fly open on busy roads should the door handle be pulled in error.
Expert mechanic Laura Kennedy told the: "On long journeys, children can get bored and fiddly, playing with any buttons and switches they can reach.
"Put your child locks on before you start your journey so you don’t end up in a situation with a door flying open on a busy road."
Other child experts have also shared their tips for car safety while travelling with little ones.
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Babies should ideally be kept rear-facing, in the back seat but if they're in the front, the airbag should be switched off.
Parents should also avoid putting toddlers into their carriers with winter coats on, as it stops them tightening the harness straps.
Another top driving tip revealed by former Porsche mechanic Laura was to check your lights before hitting the road.
The garage owner explained it is a good idea to double check they're working properly before leaving the driveway.
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This includes the brake lights and, if you're on your own, you can place something on the pedal to have a look around the back of the car.
"If that's not possible you could always check in a reflection", she added.
Her final piece of advice was to make sure you have a spare tyre in the boot.
"Before you settle in for a long trip, check not only that you have a spare tyre, but that it's in road worthy condition", she added.
"They’re often forgotten about and left to perish or warp over time in the boot."
The trusty mechanic also reminded motorists to keep their locking wheel nuts in the car for tyre changes.
Laura runs all-female garage Spanners With Manners.
This comes as millions of Brits fail to do simple car safety checks.
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And this driving expert shared crucial tips to keep you safe when you buy a new car.
Plus, read up on UK laws pertaining to children in cars - don't get caught out.
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