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The festive season is a wonderful time for families — but it’s also one of the busiest and most challenging periods on the road. According to guidance shared by Axkid, holiday traffic brings a “perfect storm” of heavy congestion, stressed drivers, reduced daylight and winter weather conditions that can all increase the risk of accidents.
Supporting Families of Premature Babies: How Our Specialist Team Helps You Navigate the Journey Home
When your baby arrives prematurely or requires neonatal care, that first journey from hospital to home can feel especially overwhelming. At the In Car Safety Centre, we understand how much worry, uncertainty and responsibility families carry during this time — and our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Day 3 of the In Car Safety Centre Essex launch will take place soon, and...
We are pleased to announce that Axkid UP has achieved excellent results in the Autumn 2025 ADAC child car seat test — one of the most respected and independent safety assessments in Europe.
Day 3 of the In Car Safety Centre Towcester launch will take place soon, and...
We’re thrilled to open the doors to our newly launched stores in Rayleigh and Towcester,...
We are delighted to share that the BeSafe Beyond 360 + Beyond Base has been awarded ADAC Test Winner in this autumn’s toddler seat category — one of the most respected and rigorous child car seat assessments in Europe.
We’re delighted to share some exciting news from the world of child car seat safety. Avionaut, one of Europe’s leading innovators in car seat design, has received a prestigious accolade: the Pixel Pro 2.0 C infant carrier has been named Best Infant Carrier 2025 by What Car? – one of the UK’s most trusted motoring authorities.
For many parents, one of the most common questions around car seat safety is:
“When should my child move from a harnessed seat to a booster?”
It’s a big milestone — and getting the timing right is essential.
When parents think about car seat safety, they often imagine frontal collisions — but did you know that side-impact crashes account for around 1 in 4 serious accidents? These types of collisions, also called “T-bone” or “broadside” crashes, usually happen at junctions, side streets, and roundabouts — exactly the kinds of roads families use every day.
Becoming a parent is emotional, exciting—and yes, sometimes overwhelming. We get it. Choosing a car seat feels like high stakes, but the good news is this: You're already putting safety first.
Many parents assume their child is ready to ditch the booster seat once they turn 12 or hit 135 cm — because that’s what the law says. But here’s the truth: legal minimums don’t always equal maximum safety.