New parents' biggest concern is which car seat is right for their newborn. Not only do they have to decide which car seat is right for them, but they also have to make the most important decision: whether they should be rear-facing or forward-facing. In 2008, research was conducted to show that children under the age of two are 75% less likely to be injured in a rear-facing car seat. Both rear-facing and forward-facing seats have advantages and disadvantages depending on the severity and type of accident they are involved in. A rear-facing position can better protect the child in the event of a side collision. In a collision, the baby's body is fully harnessed, so that no dangerous movements are made to pull the neck in the wrong direction. Rear-facing people also have disadvantages, as their legs can be crushed against the seat and cause an uncomfortable car experience. In the event of a rear-end collision, they could potentially be thrown from the car. Rear-facing people may also crush their legs against the seat. In side-impact crashes, cars can potentially roll over. Side-impact collisions are considered the most dangerous type of car accident. The rear-facing seat is the best option in this type of accident. If the car tips, the sides of the seats are better equipped to secure the child in the seat. The seat is capable of pivoting movements thanks to the attachments to keep the child in a straight line. Keeping them in a straight line reduces the risk of injury, especially to the spinal cord. By having a straight back, it will not bend or break. A rear-facing car seat protects the child with a 5-point safety harness which is a hook system even used by race car drivers and flight pilots. This allows the child to remain in the seat without falling..... . middle of paper ......t Results." Msnbc.com. Np, March 3, 2004. Web. May 5, 2014."Child Passenger Safety: Fact Sheet." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, February 5, 2014. Web May 5, 2014. “What type of accident is usually the deadliest” Car SeatOrg Carseat Automobile Child Passenger Safety Forums RSS Np, nd Web. "CPSafety - Your online resource for child passenger safety. Np, nd Web. May 5, 2014."Car seats: information for families for 2014." HealthyChildren.org. Np, nd Web. May 5, 2014. Emmons, Sasha and Get 2 FREE YEARS of Parenting Magazine - Subscribe Now!! “AAP: Toddlers in rear-facing seat up to 2 years.” CNN News Network, March 21, 2011. Web. May 5, 2014. “Safety of child passengers. » Safety of child passengers. Np, and Web. May 05 2014.