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What You Need to Know About Buckling Up
Buckling up is the single most important action you can take to stay safe in a vehicle. Whether it’s a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt, using the right restraint is the most effective way to save lives and reduce injuries in car crashes.
Buckle up—every trip, every ride, front seat and back seat.
In Minnesota...
- 94.7% of front-seat drivers and passengers wear their seat belts, but some still forget or choose not to. Nearly half of the people who die in crashes are unbelted. In 2023, 84 unbelted motorists died on Minnesota roads, 87 in 2022, and 110 in 2021. These are preventable deaths. Taking just three seconds to buckle up can make a lifetime of difference.
- Preliminary counts show 84 unbelted motorists died on Minnesota roads in 2023, compared to 87 in 2022, and 110 in 2021. Wearing a seat belt reduces the risk of death for front-seat passengers by 45% and cuts moderate to critical injuries by 50%.
- Seat belts, car seats, and booster seats are critical safety equipment. No matter where you sit or who you’re with, always ensure everyone is properly secured.
Resources
Seat Belt Myths
Think you know the facts about seat belt use? Check your knowledge against these common myths.
Crash Statistics
Do Seat Belts Make a Difference? These statistics make the case clear.
What happens in a crash?
Vehicle crashes can lead to serious injury or death, even when all occupants are properly restrained. However, for those not wearing a seat belt—or wearing it improperly—the chances of a devastating outcome are significantly greater.
Occupant Protection FAQ
Find out what you need to know about occupant protection in vehicles.
Disclaimer:
The information and materials found on this website are intended for reference and education. To ensure all passengers are using vehicle restraint systems correctly, please consult with a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician, as well as your vehicle’s owner’s manual and your child restraint owner’s manual.