Why are car seats so important?
Road traffic collisions remain one of the leading causes of child injuries and fatalities.
When can a child legally ride without a car seat?
12 years of age or 135cm tall.
Whichever comes first.
The UK has two car seat regulations, it is important to understand the differences between them.
R129 Car Seats
Classified by height and age
Can legally forward face at 15 months and 76cm
No groups
Can be approved for any height range
R44 Car Seats
Classified by weight and age
Can legally forward face at 9kg
Set weight groups at 0, 0+, 1, 2, and 3
Only R44/03 and R44/04 are currently legal