Child Safety Seats Made Easy
2,987 views · Published 23 July 2018 · 3:08 · Indexed 6 November 2026
Channel: Supercheap Auto · 2018 · Autos & Vehicles
Available in Australia: https://bit.ly/2uRh6W8 Everyone wants the safest motoring experience possible for their child. But the plethora of child safety seats on the market can be daunting. Don’t worry, our guide will make your choice easy. Australian and New Zealand road safety laws state that all children must be seated in an approved restraint until the age of 7 years. Selecting a seat which meets this requirement is easy at Supercheap Auto – our entire range is guaranteed to meet the highest standards. Child safety seats generally fit into two categories; baby seats – also known as car seats – and booster seats. Baby seats are designed for newborns up until they outgrow the height markers – usually around 4 years old. These are rear facing and equipped with a four or six point harness. Examples of baby seats carried by Supercheap Auto include the Baby Love Cosmic 2, and the Safety 1st ISO Summit. Combination or convertible type seats are - as the name suggests; a combination of baby seats and boosters. This design saves the expense of purchasing a new seat every time your child grows. These seats include the Baby Love Ezy Combo 2; and the Safety First “Solo”. Booster seats are designed for children 4 to 8 years of age, face to the front of the vehicle, and generally use the existing vehicle seatbelt for restraint. Some models retain the harness restraint system for added safety. Examples of booster seats supplied by Supercheap Auto include the Baby Love Ezy Move and the Safety First “Apex”. While choosing a seat that suits your child is the most important step; suitability to your vehicle also needs some consideration. Ensure that the seat you are considering works with the contour of the vehicle seat. Check that there is enough space between the front and back seats; consider passengers in adjacent seats – and compatibility with other child seats. Fitting the new child seat correctly is critical, but thankfully they’re almost as easy to fit as they are to select. Place the seat in the desired position and face it the correct way. Many harness type child seats may also require attachment to an anchor point. Check your vehicle owners manual if you are unsure where the anchor point is, and don’t be afraid to ask a Supercheap Auto team member for help – our stores carry all the accessories needed to safely attach your child seat. Clip it into the harness point in your vehicle. Feed the seatbelt through the seat belt guides and you’re good to go. Make sure to check the installation guide that comes with your seat for detailed information. For a booster seat which uses the vehicle seat belt to restrain the child, that’s essentially all there is to it! The final important step lies a few months down the track – keeping the seat clean. With the seat removed from the vehicle; vacuum all the crumbs and loose soil. If your seat has a removable cover, place this in the washing machine or hand wash following the seat instructions. Seats without a removable cover can be spot cleaned with a little soapy water or upholstery cleaner, and the same can be done for harness strapping. Allow everything to dry naturally and your car seat will be free of mess and germs, ensuring your child is safe. Now you’re an expert on child safety seats, the choice should be easy. But if you need more advice, get into your nearest Supercheap Auto to see one of our helpful team members. --------- Supercheap Auto Website: http://bit.ly/1FpfKkw NZ: http://bit.ly/2rK6Lg5 YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/2sjZ92q Like us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/1Ry7HuN Supercheap Auto Blog: http://bit.ly/2skbVOE --------- Watch our latest and greatest television ads, check the latest race results, how to videos, product videos or check your driving CARMA.
