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What happened that day? Why is history repeating itself?

What happened that day? Why is history repeating itself?

What happened that day? History repeats itself; in a second a life is cut short, so many dreams are shattered, and nothing is ever the same again. How long will this keep happening? On World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, we reaffirm our commitment to keep working, educating and raising awareness in society so that there will be no more victims.

Forgotten baby syndrome

Forgotten baby syndrome

Unfortunately, during the warmer months, there is an additional problem when it comes to transporting children in the car, especially if they are very young. We are talking about the so-called “forgotten baby syndrome”. We offer advice on how to avoid this tragic situation.

Whether you own one car or two, always choose the best CRS

Whether you own one car or two, always choose the best CRS

For many families, the second car is an essential part of their daily logistics, yet, typically, less attention is paid to the quality of the child restraint system (CRS) in the secondary vehicle. We explain why it is crucial that the CRS in the second car is the best possible quality.

The infant carrier, a must-have item

The infant carrier, a must-have item

When we are expecting a baby, we are often unsure about the best way to transport the new member of the family. In recent years the market has evolved a lot, with an endless array of options depending on the needs of families. We explain why an infant carrier is such a great choice.

Conventional roads under scrutiny

Conventional roads under scrutiny

The Saving lives on rural roads event brought together road safety experts to analyse the safety of secondary roads in Spain and Europe, propose solutions and learn about cases of good practice in neighboring countries. Here are the main conclusions.

Saving lives on rural roads

Saving lives on rural roads

The majority of deaths due to road accidents in Spain occur in rural areas. During Saving Lives on Rural Roads Day, held on April 9, we want to analyze the situation and propose solutions aimed at saving lives.

Learning to live with the impact of loss

Learning to live with the impact of loss

On Sunday, November 19, 2023, we pay homage to everyone who has had to learn to “live with the impact” of a traffic accident. Remembering those who died, those who survived but suffer after-effects, and all their families should help us to prevent more victims on the roads.