No matter what type of vehicle you drive, one of the safest choices drivers and passengers can make is to buckle up. In 2022, 11,302 passenger vehicle occupants killed in crashes were not wearing seat belts, nationwide. Among the young adults (18 to 34) killed, 60% were unbuckled — one of the highest percentages for all age groups. Always place the shoulder belt across the middle of your chest and away from your neck, and place the lap belt across your hips, not your stomach. You should never put the shoulder belt behind your back or under your arm. And remember: always buckle up.