Recently the CREP report was released by the NRMA for 2010. This report is several month overdue and is presented here in summary to get a better idea on one page as the format of the CREP report is difficult to print out.

The Direct link to the CREP report

The Child Restraint Evaluation Program (CREP) gives consumers independent and consistent information on the levels of occupant protection from injury in a crash provided by child restraints and the ease with which they can be used correctly. The program is supported by the NSW Roads and Traffic Authority (RTA), the NRMA Motoring & Services and the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV).

The Child Restraint Evaluation Program (CREP) began in 1992 and has gone through several significant changes with the aim of improving the level and clarity of information provided to consumers. The scoring system has been improved, providing a five-star rating system that better reflects the comparative performance beyond that required by the Standard for child restraints sold on the Australian market.

All restraints assessed to the most recent CREP crash protection and ease-of-use protocols have been rescored using this new system. Some star ratings may have changed from the previous brochure because the way the scores are awarded has been revised to better represent the performance of the restraints in simulated front and side impact crashes.

Finally the wait is over for the 2010 CREP report, the Child Restraint Evaluation Programm conducted by both NRMA, RACV and the NSW Government (RTA), ranking the baby carseats, toddler seats and Booster seats in terms of protection and ease of use.

In the 2010 CREP report, some star ratings may have changed from the previous brochure because the way the scores are awarded has been revised to better represent the performance of the restraints in simulated front and side impact crashes.

The Child Restraint Evaluation Program (CREP) began in 1992 and has gone through several significant changes with the aim of improving the level and clarity of information provided to consumers.

The scoring system has been improved, providing a five-star rating system that better reflects the comparative performance beyond that required by the Standard for child restraints sold on the Australian market. All restraints assessed to the most recent CREP crash protection and ease-of-use protocols have been rescored using this new system.

Forward-facing Child restraints

For young children 6 months to 4 years*

The Comfi-Cruiser is recognised not only for its safety but its comfortable seating features.

This newly released model has replaced the Trek 8 model that recently received a top rating in the Child Restraint Evaluation Program (CREP) test. It’s safety features offers increased protection to infants when travelling, such as a high back rest which helps to protect the back and head portion of children in accidents.

The Infa-Secure Research Team has designed a optimal belt path which has improved the routing of the seat belt giving an even greater level of stability and reducing forward movement on impact in an accident. The strong blow moulded construction also helps absorb the energy in an accident with large absorbing side wings for side impact protection.

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Booster seats

For older children 4 to 7 years*

The Vario Kid Max, the Deluxe model of the award winning booster seat, the Vario Kid. With the highest safety rating in the booster seat category, you won’t be disappointed choosing the safest offered in the Australian market. It provides a seat protector to help prevent wear and tear to the vehicle seat and a drink holder on each side of the seat.

Other Features include

• Upper anchorage strap for enhanced stability of seat
• Suitable for a child from 14kg to 26kg
• Arm rest for child’s comfort
• Adjustable headrest – adjusts to suit the height of the child
• Blow moulded plastic shell for increased rigidity.
• Suitable for use with child harness.
• Seat protector & cup holders
• Correct belt path.
• Shoulder belt guide.

Pros: This seat is rated the highest for CREP report several years running with 4 stars in 2010 for protectionb and 3 stars for ease of use. Good, lightweight adjustable booster which fits different age groups.

Cons: Top tether does not always tighten securely if the bolt is located close to the strap as the clip on the strap prevents it from being tightened more.

Overall:  Very comfy, even when sleeping, their heads do not flop forward. Very narrow seat. Safe,inexpensive,reliable and lovely slimline seat.

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