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Everything you thought you knew about car seats is wrong. Okay, not everything, but things have changed and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) along with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced new guidelines today. And it's big news! The recommendation is that children rear face longer and they also changed the details for kids in boosters.

More from The Stir: 7 Rules for Buying & Installing a Car Seat

It was believed that 1 year and 20 pounds was the benchmark for forward facing babies in car seats, despite evidence elsewhere that that was still dangerously early. Now, hopefully, with new guidelines, parents and doctors can get on board and spread the word about the safest practices for children. Here are the details.

New Rear-facing Recommendation: Parents are to keep children rear-facing until 2 years old, or until they reach the maximum height and weight for the seat as noted in the manual.

Safe Kids agrees. Two years is a goal easily met, considering even some of the lowest cost seats now rear-face until 40 pounds. When your baby outgrows their infant carrier, that is when you buy a convertible seat that rear-faces longer, not a forward-facing seat, which you can put upright up to 30 degrees when kids are bigger with better head control, often making them take up less space than infant seats. 

New Boostering Recommendation: Children should ride in a belt-positioning booster (that means a high-back!) until they are at least 4 foot, 9 inches, AND 8-12 years old.

Jennifer Hoekstra, the Safe Kids Program Coordinator at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, shared:

In working with parents, we educate them beyond the law and share with them the best practice for keeping their child safe. We strongly agree with the new AAP policy and support the extended rear-facing limits as well as the new booster seat advice. 

It's best to keep children in their harnessed seat until they outgrow it, which is into elementary years with the height and weight of most convertible seats and even harness-to-booster seats these days. But they will outgrow it and go into a booster, and eventually they need to meet all points in a 5-point test before they're ready to sit in a car's seat without a booster of any kind. Remember that these belts are designed to fit an average adult. Best practice is also waiting until children are 80-100 pounds as well.

More from The Stir: The Forward-Facing Car Seat Controversy Continued

Beyond that, all kids need to stay out of the front until they're at least 13 years old.

While 2 years or 8 years may now be the minimums, we don't parent by minimums, do we? Buying a high quality (not necessarily high cost!) seat to start, after you do all your research to choose the best seat for your child, can easily help you meet these recommendations.

Make sure you're using the car seats correctly, too. There's a lot of intricacies for both harnessed seats and boosters. When in doubt, find a Safe Kids inspection station or event and get checked out by a tech. And hopefully more and more pediatricians, with these new recommendations, will be on board as well, and we can maybe put an end to vehicle related-injuries being the number one cause of death in kids ages 2-14.

As read on: http://shine.yahoo.com/parenting/aaps-new-car-seat-guidelines-change-rear-facing-booster-rules-2466904.html

The 2013 Annual 4th of July Parade is coming the Downtown Plymouth for it's 17th Anniversary appearance! The parade launched back in 1997!

Boldly stepping off down Main Street at the Recently adopted start time of 9am. Good Morning USA is the State of Michigan's First 4th of July parade. This years theme is "Salute the Troops."

Every year tens of thousands of excited spectators line up on curbs with lawn chairs, ladders. They climb up top roof tops and motor homes to get a better look at this amazing parade!

The 2013 Annual 4th of July Parade is poised and ready to continue its march into the hearts of spectators and into the ranks of premier Holiday Celebrations in Michigan!

Dick Scott Automotive Group is excited to be part of this years parade! We are looking forward to seeing the excitement and being part of this family fun community event!! We hope to see many of you there!!

FATHER'S DAY RUN

For more information go to: www.ymcadetroit.org/plymouth.

Dick Scott Automotive Group is a proud sponsor of the upcoming Annual Run for the Ribbon this Father's Day.

You can join the 5th Annual Run for the Ribbon being held this Sundy, Father's Day, June 16th starting at 8am at the Detroit Zoo!

"Fight Like a Man for Men's Health"

Join the Michigan Institute of Urology Men's Health Foundation in their annual 5K run benefiting Prostate Cancer Survivorship this Sunday at the Detroit Zoo!

Race participants will enjoy a T-shirt, Ribbon and Free entry to the Detroit Zoo following the race.

Visit MIURunForTheRibbon.org or Call 586-443-4272 to register or to get more details!

Monday, July 8, 2013 - 12:30p.m. Shotgun Start
Northville Hills Golf Club

Mark your calender - Reserve our foursome
Call 734-453-1540

Elite Sponsorship
$820 Includes:
Golf for four
Signage at tee
Sponsor Recognition
Lunch including full bar
Complimentary full bar on course
Dinner & cocktails

Individual Golfer
$205 Includes:
Golf for one
Lunch including full bar
Complementary full bar on course
Dinner & cocktails
(additional dinners $50)

Hole Sponsorships
$150 ($2000 with dinner & cocktails)
Includes:
Signage at tee
Sponsor recognition

Other Sponsorships
$300 Includes:
Dinner & cocktails
Exclusive Signage

Annual Father's Day Run

The Plymouth YMCA Father's Day Run is Sunday June 16. Sign up today for a morning of fun and fitness to celebrate Dad! Detroit Tigers PAWS will kick off the Kids Fun Runs at 7:30 a.m. TIE ONE ON FOR DAD 5K! Race with a TIE and you will be entered to win a Detroit Tiger ticket package, $250 value. To register for the run go to 

 www.ymcadetroit.org/plymouth. Volunteers are also needed. Contact cmorency@ymcadetroit.org.  

Tires are the critical connection between your car and the road in all sorts of driving conditions. To maximize tire life and safety, check the condition and inflation pressure regularly and have the tires rotated and balanced, says the Car Care Council.
 
"Your car's tires affect its ride, handling, traction and safety, so this National Tire Safety Week be sure to do your PART and check the Pressure, Alignment, Rotation and Tread," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council.
 
Pressure: It's important to have the proper inflation pressure in your
tires, as under inflation can lead to tire failure. The
"right amount" of inflation for your tires is specified by
the vehicle manufacturer and is shown on either the
vehicle door edge, door post, glove box door or fuel
door. It is also listed in the vehicle owner's manual.

Tips:

- Check inflation pressure at least once a month and before
long trips.
- Check tires when cool. After driving, tires need
at least 3 hours to cool.
- Remember to check the spare.
- Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails
or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an
air leak. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges
or other irregularities.
- Tire inflation pressure increases (in warm weather) or decreases (in cold
weather) 1-2 pounds for every 10 degrees of temperature change.
www.betiresmart.org
MAINTAIN CORRECT
 
Alignment: Misalignment of wheels in the front or rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear and should be corrected by a tire dealer. Have your alignment checked periodically as specified by the vehicle owner's manual or whenever you have an indication of trouble such as "pulling." Also have your tire balance checked periodically.
 
Rotation: Tire rotation can prevent irregular tire wear. Always refer to your vehicle owner's manual for rotation recommendations. If no rotation period is specified, tires should be rotated approximately every 5,000-8,000 miles. (NOTE: After rotation, make sure inflation pressure is set to the vehicle manufacturer's specification.)
 
Tread: Tires must be replaced when the tread is worn down to 2/32 of an inch. Traction, particularly in bad weather, and resistance to hydroplaning is reduced as tires wear. An easy test: place a penny upside down into a tread groove. If part of Lincoln's head is covered by the tread, you're driving with the proper amount of tread. If you can see all of his head, you should buy a new tire. Built-in tread wear indicators, or "wear bars" will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 2/32 of an inch. When the top of the "wear bars" are flush with the tire tread, the tire is worn out and needs to be replaced. Visually check your tires for signs of irregular tread wear, such as high and low areas or unusually smooth areas. Consult your tire dealer as soon as possible.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFO?
- Always buckle your seat belt.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Vehicles equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) can help
motorists detect loss of inflation pressure. Federal regulations require
TPMS to warn drivers when tires are 25% under inflated. For many vehicles
this warning may be too late to prevent damage caused by under inflation.
TPMS units are NOT a replacement for monthly tire pressure checks
with a gauge.
- Tire care is pro-environment.
Properly inflated tires help promote better fuel economy. Regular care helps
tires get the most potential wear so they don't need to be replaced as often.

Many a small business owner has come to this realization-to succeed, one cannot simply be proficient at a single job; one must be expert at all jobs that come up. From master strategist to back-up delivery driver to chief errand-runner to head of new business acquisition (and on and on and on), the owner of a small business must often adopt as many job titles as there are jobs that need to be done.

In a perfect world, the small business owner would accomplish all of these jobs with help from a fleet of highly specialized vehicles, so that the perfect vehicle could be devoted to completing each job on the to-do list-a tough and rugged workhorse for chores demanding more muscle; a spacious cargo vehicle for the odd delivery or pickup; an efficient fuel-sipper for trips to see potential clients three cities away; and a refined and comfortable luxury vehicle for when those same clients want to ride along.

But the reality is this: Few small businesses can afford to operate a fleet of vehicles. And the good news is they don't have to-not when extremely versatile vehicles like the 2014 Dodge Durango are available.

Best-in-Class Towing Capability

The new 2014 Dodge Durango offers an excellent solution for the business owner who needs a powerful, capable vehicle. Pulling a trailer to an off-site job or event? Not a problem with the Durango's standard 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine, and especially not with its available 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine, which comes with a best-in-class towing capability[1] of 7,400 pounds.

Refined Interior

Let's face it-in business, appearances count. A smartly designed and well-appointed vehicle can say a lot about the person who drives it-not only that the person values his or her own comfort, but that he or she is also aware of and concerned about the passenger's experience.

Current and potential clients might not ever mention your Durango's available Nappa leather-trimmed seats or available class-exclusive Blu-ray? DVD system[1]. But giving them a lift around town in such a refined and comfortable vehicle is another easy way to reinforce those ever-important client relationships you've worked so hard in other arenas to cultivate.

Great Fuel Efficiency (Up to 25 mpg Highway)

A new, fully electronic eight-speed transmission with Eco Mode is largely responsible for the expected nine-percent improvement in fuel economy[2] over last year's model. Couple the increased efficiency with quicker acceleration, smoother shifting and a best-in-class V6 driving range of 600 miles[1], and from multiple perspectives, the 2014 Dodge Durango becomes the sensible choice.

Stay Connected

Successful small business owners take advantage of available resources. For the 2014 Dodge Durango, resources include the available class-exclusive 8.4-inch Uconnect® Access System[1] with on-demand WiFi[3] (available with paid subscription), an option that will help you and your passengers stay connected just about anywhere you go. Just be sure always to use your devices safely-if you're driving, pull over in a safe area before you connect.

Coming Soon

The 2014 Dodge Durango will be available in late 2013. In the meantime, please feel free to learn more about two good resources for small business owners-BusinessLink® and On the Job Incentives-currently available from Chrysler Commercial Vehicles.

As read on: http://blog.chryslercommercialvehicles.com/2013/05/15/2014-dodge-durango/?ism=KM5.29.13Facebook2

Announcing a huge addition to this year's show. National Aviation Hall of Famer and aerobatic superstar Sean D. Tucker has just joined the lineup!

Sean D. Tucker is the most highly sought-after civilian aerobatic performer in the air show world. Sean is internationally known for his awe-inspiring aerobatic flying routine and has won numerous prestigious awards and recognition in the industry. Sean's airplane, the Oracle Challenger III bi-plane, is the most high-performance aerobatic aircraft today. This monster packs more than 400 horsepower, weighs just over 1,200 pounds and responds to the slightest pressure on the control stick at over 300 miles per hour! Watch as Sean flips, rattles and rolls through the Michigan air inspiring crowds with his stunning maneuvers and larger-than-life personality.

Thunder Over Michigan Air Show is August 10-11, 2013

Publically Announced Acts (so far):
Aviation Superstar Sean D. Tucker
DH-98 Mosquito
F-100 Super Sabre Jet
Former Red Bull Air Racer, Michal Goulian
WWII Battle Reenactment
Vietnam Air & Ground Battle Reenactment
Vietnam Homecoming
Kidz Zone Play Area
More to come!

Also, don't forget that ticket prices go up at the end of this month at 11:59PM on May 31st! For the air show enthusiasts, there are several premium seating options where the show is seen from the best seats on the flightline! Tickets for most seating options are still available online, however availability is limited and tickets traditionally sell out weeks prior to the event.