Citation

Winston FK, Durbin D. LDI Issue Brief 2002; 7(6): 1-4.

Affiliation

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2002, Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, University of Pennsylvania)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

12528740

Abstract

Nearly one million compact pickup trucks were sold last year in the US. Manufacturers now produce extended-cab models of pickups such as the Ford Ranger, Chevrolet S-10, Dodge Dakota, and Toyota Tacoma that can accommodate at least two rear-seated passengers, making them attractive to families with children. However, the safety of these rear seats for children has not been determined. This Issue Brief summarizes a new study that examines and quantifies the risk of injury to children riding in compact pickup trucks. Based on these findings, parents should be advised against using these vehicles as family transportation.