How Old Must a Child Be to Sit in the Front Passenger Seat of a Car?

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Children must be at least 12 years old to sit in the front passenger seat of a car. The car's seat belts are designed according to adult standards, suitable for individuals weighing 36kg and with a height of 140cm or more. If used by a child, the seat belt may press against the child's neck, posing greater risks in the event of an accident. Even holding a child in an adult's lap is extremely unsafe. Below are relevant details: Specific regulations: When driving a motor vehicle on the road, minors under the age of 12 are not allowed to sit in the front passenger seat. Although minors aged 12 and above can sit in the front passenger seat, for safety reasons, it is best to use a child seat. Additionally, pregnant women should not sit in the front passenger seat either. Due to their body shape, seat belts are not designed with much consideration for pregnant women, so to avoid unnecessary harm, they should avoid sitting in the front passenger seat.