February 2008
Safe car packing
Jennifer Stockburger, auto tester and mother of two, tells you how to stay safe on the road.
When loading your minivan or SUV for a family trip or after a day of shopping, pack heavy or bulky objects at the bottom and toward the front of the cargo space. Put softer items like sleeping bags or clothing on top, toward the back. That way, if the vehicle comes to a sudden halt, passengers are less likely to get hit by heavy flying objects.
When loading your minivan or SUV for a family trip or after a day of shopping, pack heavy or bulky objects at the bottom and toward the front of the cargo space. Put softer items like sleeping bags or clothing on top, toward the back. That way, if the vehicle comes to a sudden halt, passengers are less likely to get hit by heavy flying objects.
