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Disability and traffic accidents among children
On the occasion of the International Day of People with Disabilities, we insist on the influence that traffic accidents have on the disability of children.
New-born babies and traffic accidents
Children and new-born babies should not appear in these figures. Regrettably, however, babies can also be involved in traffic accidents.
How should children with hypotonia travel?
Hypotonia affects the child’s posture and positioning in the child car seat. For more information visit Fundación MAPFRE’s website.
What is the best way for children to avoid the dreaded whiplash injuries?
Neck injuries are the most common in children under two years of age who are involved in traffic accidents, according to the DGT.
Things you should never do when driving while pregnant
In the guide Infant and child safety in cars: child car seats”, you will find advice for the pregnancy and, most importantly, after the child is born.
Child Road Safety in public transport
Since prevention is key, if you are going to travel by bus with children, whether on city or intercity buses, we recommend reading this article.
Tips and advice for safer school transportation
The safety of a child is paramount and on school transportation, it is no exception. If you have any questions, our section “The Expert Answers” will provide the answers.
When should I make the definite move to a seat belt?
As the child grows, you move from using a child restraint system with a harness to a booster seat, and finally on to using an adult seat belt.
How children should travel in vans
Children may not ride in the front seats unless all the rear seats are occupied by other children. But this law has its exceptions.
These are the different ways of fixing a child seat in a rear-facing position
The safest position for children to travel in a child seat in a car is rear-facing.
Travelling by car with children with autism
When children have a Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), there are certain peculiarities to be taken into account that lead to increased stress.
Can a child restraint system be repaired?
Ideally a CRS should not be repaired unless it is repaired by the manufacturer, who can determine the extent of the damage.
Tips for travelling with children with Down Syndrome
You probably think that when travelling in the car with children with Down syndrome you need to take special precautions.
Infographic: What are the current regulations on Child Restraint Systems in European Union countries?
Log on and download the infographic on the Regulations on Child Restraint Systems in the different countries in the European Union.
How many children in child seats can you take in your car?
Do four children with their corresponding child seats fit in my car? When it comes to traveling with children, many questions of this kind crop up
Driving in parking lots
People often talk about the precautions that should be taken when driving and parking in a car park. Enter here and follow these recommendations.