Should You Add a Headrest to Your Car?
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You can add a headrest to your car. Here are some precautions for using headrests correctly: 1. Material: Choose a high-quality headrest. A good headrest should be made of semi-rigid polyurethane foam, balancing safety and comfort in terms of shape, height, size, and position. 2. Type: Adjust the height and angle of the headrest. Most domestic and imported cars are equipped with headrests, which are mainly divided into two types: non-adjustable and adjustable. Adjustable headrests can be further categorized into manual and automatic. Manual adjustable headrests only allow height adjustment in one direction, while automatic adjustable headrests can adjust in two dimensions. 3. Adjustment: Such headrests are usually found in high-end cars. The correct adjustment method for headrests is not very complicated. Adjust the height to align with the top of your eyes or ears for safety; setting it too low may cause neck injuries. The distance between the back of your head and the headrest should be as small as possible, preferably no more than 10 cm. If the adjustable headrest has a locking function, ensure it is locked in place after adjustment to prevent displacement during a collision.
Having driven for fifteen years, I've both added and removed headrests, but now I insist on installing them in every new car. Three key points to consider: First, if the original car seat has a fastback design that leaves the back of your head unsupported, driving on the highway for two hours can make your neck as stiff as a wooden stick—adding a memory foam headrest immediately improves comfort. Second, consider your seating posture; when the seat is adjusted upright, it's best to buy a split headrest that can be adjusted separately up and down, otherwise, it might press uncomfortably against the back of your head. Third, safety is crucial—avoid no-name headrests on the market. Last year, my friend was in a rear-end collision, and the plastic buckle of a substandard headrest snapped and flew off. Now, he only uses genuine manufacturer accessories for additions.
