Attitude of parents on the use of car seats for their children in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Objectives Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are the leading cause of death among children globally. According to motor vehicle collision reports from the Saudi Ministry of Health, 3,202 children younger than 18 years were involved in RTAs in 2020, resulting in 587 fatalities. Moreover, the World Health Organization reports that the use of child restraint systems (CRS) can reduce infant deaths by up to 71% globally. This highlights that a major factor influencing the outcome of an RTA is the use of CRS. This study aimed to assess parents' attitudes and awareness regarding the use of CRS, including their perceived benefits and barriers.