Honda preowned cars are a great way to get a quality car without breaking the bank. Even though you can save a lot of money, you will still want to protect your significant investment. As anyone knows, adding kids to any situation can complicate things significantly, and this is also true with car ownership. Making a car kid proof and keeping things clean and tidy can seem like an uphill struggle. Let’s take a closer look at this issue and some ideas on how to kid proof your car.
Get a Car With Plenty of Space:
This cannot be emphasised enough, kids use up a lot of space, and they have a lot of paraphernalia to transport. We’re not just talking about toys here, items such as prams, pushchairs, changing bags, portable cots and sports equipment take up a lot of space. If you’re planning on having a family soon, put the boot size and cabin space at the top of your list of car buying priorities. Another key factor is the configuration and flexibility of the seating area. Is it easy to make extra room when you need it most? Finally, ensure that your car has plenty of cubbies and storage areas in the cabin for items such as toys, electronics, wet wipes, and snacks.
Always Consider More Glass:
Kids can get car sick on even shorter journeys, and a lot of car designs don’t help. Engineers tend to use more steel than glass wherever possible to reduce costs and weight in their designs. This can turn rear seating areas into literal black holes with no point of reference for the passengers. When we can see the horizon or a similar point of reference, it makes the journey easier and less stressful.
Provide Entertainment:
An entertainment system is a vital part of the modern car journey with kids. Let’s face it, most children simply don’t get the concept of an amazing view, and they need something to hold their attention. This can be easily achieved by loading up a cheap tablet with some favourite shows and apps. Always provide some headphones for them to use to preserve your sanity from listening to Disney movies on a constant loop. These kinds of mobile devices have all but killed off the trend of providing screens for rear seat passenger that car manufacturers provided. In order to help with this current trend for using your own devices, many cars now have USB ports for charging purposes, and they may even be located in the rear for easier access.
If you’re in the market for either new or prestige used cars, contact us here at Prestige Honda. We have an excellent selection of Honda second hand cars and brand new models. We invite you to book a no obligation test drive with us and try out a Honda driving experience firsthand. If you require financing, we offer competitive rates and repayments that can be tailored to your circumstances. Our sales team is looking forward to answering any additional questions that you may have.
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