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Why Children Should Not Wear Outerwear in Their Car Seat
Dec 22, 2025
As the temperature drops and winter coats make their return, it’s natural to bundle kids up before heading out. But what’s warm isn’t always what’s safe — especially when it comes to car seats. According to safety experts at Axkid, bulky jackets, snowsuits and padded outerwear can create extra space between your child and the harness, seriously reducing the effectiveness of the restraint system.
Holiday Traffic Safety: Essential Tips for Safe Family Travel
Dec 19, 2025
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.
Axkid UP Scores Top Results in the 2025 ADAC Test
Nov 22, 2025
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.
BeSafe Beyond 360 Named ADAC Test Winner — The Safest 360° Seat of 2025
Oct 28, 2025
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.
Summer Safety in the Car: Essential Tips & Must-Have Accessories for Happy Journeys
Jul 25, 2025
Sunshine, road trips, and family adventures – what could be better? But as temperatures rise,...
The Best Maxi-Cosi Car Seats in 2025: Tested, Trusted and Top-Rated
Jul 22, 2025
When it comes to protecting your child on the road, choosing the right car seat isn’t just important—it’s essential. Maxi-Cosi, a leader in child car safety, continues to set the standard with a range of innovative, high-performance car seats built to grow with your child.
Choosing the Right ISOFIX Car Seat Base: A Guide for Safer Journeys
Jul 07, 2025
When it comes to your child’s safety on the road, an ISOFIX car seat base is one of the best investments you can make. Designed to offer a secure and straightforward way to install your child’s car seat, ISOFIX technology significantly reduces the risk of incorrect installation compared to seatbelt-mounted alternatives.
Rear-Facing: Backed by Crash Tests & Safety Statistics
Jul 07, 2025
When it comes to protecting your child on every journey, the numbers don’t lie. Rear-facing car seats are proven to be 5 times safer than forward-facing seats in the event of a crash.  Find out more....
Why Rear-Facing Matters: Protecting Their Head, Neck, and Spine
Jul 07, 2025
When it comes to keeping your little ones safe in the car, understanding their anatomy is key. Children aren’t just small adults—their bodies are still growing, and their proportions make them far more vulnerable in a crash.
Why Rear-Facing Matters: Protecting What’s Most Precious
Jul 07, 2025
While it might be tempting to turn their seat forward as soon as they reach a certain age or size, the safest choice for young children is to remain rear-facing for as long as possible.  Find out more...
Why Even a Small Bump Can Put Your Child’s Car Seat at Risk — And How Avionaut Has You Covered
Jul 07, 2025
When we think of car accidents, we often imagine major collisions. But did you know that even a minor bump in a car park can impact your child’s safety in their car seat?
UK parents unknowingly putting children at risk with early forward-facing switch
Apr 11, 2025
UK parents unknowingly putting children at risk with early forward-facing switch.  New campaign launched as study reveals UK is “lagging behind” in car seat safety