Hyundai and Baystate Health Foundation Host Car Seat Safety Check at Gary Rome Hyundai in Massachusetts

Core Points - Hyundai Motor America is enhancing child passenger safety through its partnership with Baystate Health Foundation, recently hosting a car seat safety check event [1][2] - The company donated $25,000 to support the Baystate Pediatric Trauma Surgery Injury Prevention Car Seat Program, which has provided over 220 car and booster seats since the partnership began in 2023 [1][4][7] - Proper car seat usage can significantly reduce the risk of fatal injuries, with a 71% reduction for infants and 54% for toddlers, yet 46% of car seats are incorrectly installed [2][3] Company Initiatives - Hyundai's corporate social responsibility initiative, Hyundai Hope, focuses on improving community health and safety [6] - The car seat safety check involved certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians guiding families on proper installation and safety standards [3] - The partnership aims to empower families with knowledge and tools for child safety in vehicles [2][4] Economic Impact - Hyundai Motor America contributes $20.1 billion annually to the U.S. economy and supports 190,000 jobs through its operations and dealer network [8]