Does the car seat work without the stroller?

Yes. The Mint Latch is a standalone infant car seat with integrated lower anchor attachments, so it installs in a car on its own and clicks into the Caraway stroller when needed.

Can I use the car seat on a plane?

Yes. The Mint Latch is FAA certified, so it can be used in an aircraft seat for an infant.

What does the 213a standard cover?

FMVSS 213a adds side impact protection requirements to the federal car seat standard. Joie states the Mint Latch is engineered to meet it.

How does the one-hand fold work?

The stroller folds with a single hand, which helps when you are holding a child or a bag. It is not a compact umbrella fold, so check the folded size against your trunk.

Do the wheels handle uneven sidewalks?

The four 360° wheels are built for smooth, tight steering in stores and on pavement. On gravel or cracked sidewalks, fully swiveling wheels can track less steadily than fixed rear wheels.