where can i find highway crash test results for infant car seats?
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Simply put – you can't. They don't release that info to the public. Only that All seats made in the USA have to pass the same federal regulations, so in theory they are all safe. The differing point, however, is that some seats just barely pass and others exceed the standards. And they don't perform the tests at highway speeds, only at 30mph.
Also, its worth noting that Consumer Reports is NOT who you want to listen to regarding car seats.
The experts' opinions on Consumer Reports for car seats:
http://www.car-safety.org/faq.html#Q30
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=28181&postcount=7
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=28209&postcount=10
http://www.car-safety.org/guide.html#cr
http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=73943&postcount=17
Most infant seats are pretty similar – lasting to 20-22lbs with a 5point harness.
Go here for a great resourcE:
http://www.car-seat.org/index.php?referrerid=3297
Try this site.
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/
Those ratings are not made public. All a seat has to do is meet the minimum requirements to pass.
Try car-seat.org for great information from car seat techs that can help you find the best seat for your child, your vehicle and your budget.
Link included, consumer reports is the best place to start looking.