Currently, no European legal safety standard exists to cover side impact collisions for car seats. Yet accident statistics show that this is the most common type of accident after a frontal collision. With consistent top results in UK and European consumer tests, we believe that the award winning Maxi Cosi range of car seats are the safest in their class and offer maximum protection thanks to their innovative Side Protection System. In addition, they offer ease of use and good looks. All Maxi Cosi car seats meet the most rigorous European safety standard: ECE R44/03. Endurance tests are carried out on components; in belt buckle tests the buckle is opened and closed 5,000 times.

A child’s head is the heaviest part of their body. In the event of an accident, it needs to be cushioned from impact as much as possible and forward or sideways movement of the head reduced to a minimum. Using the Side Protection System, the shock absorbing components of the headrests on Maxi Cosi car seats offer this protection, thus dramatically reducing the risk of serious head and neck injury.

Safety Checklist:

• It is the weight of a child that will determine which car seat you will need.
  
• Check whether the car seat you are purchasing will fit the model of car that you own. If in doubt, we will be pleased to advise you.
  
• Read all instruction manuals carefully before attempting to fit the car seat.
  
• Only adjust the car seat when the car is stationary.
  
• Never buy or sell a second hand or used car seat.
  
• Never place a car seat on a passenger seat equipped with a front airbag. This does not apply to side impact airbags.
  
• Never reuse a car seat that has been involved in an accident or has torn or frayed belts.