Yep, we heard about the no blankets part, although I'll have to check with Gretchen about the no snow suits. (Yes, she says she heard that, but hadn't told me yet. Since there's as yet no snow suit to wear... :) )

This car seat goes in using the LATCH system, which seems pretty straightforward. Certainly it's not going anywhere easily.

Gretchen got the strap briefing from our friends with the same seat. I've seen Formula One racers who weren't strapped in this well.