From the 18th September 2006, new regulations came into force governing the use of child car seats.
 
Children under the age of 3 years of age must now travel in a car seat appropriate for their weight, in both the front and back of the vehicle. If this is not possible, they are not allowed to travel.

The table below summarises the key changes:
 
Child age/height
Front seat requirements
Rear seat requirements
Up to 3 years
Correct child restraint for the weight of the child must be used
Correct child restraint for the weight of the child must be used
From 3rd birthday up to 135 cms in height or 12th birthday - whichever is reached first
Correct child restraint must be used
 
Where seat belts are fitted, correct child restraint must be used
Child over 135 cms in height or age 12 or 13
Seat belt must be worn if available
Seat belt must be worn if available
 
For more detailed information, please visit:
 www.thinkroadsafety.gov.uk
 
Made to measure
Did you know that children are seven times more likely to be injured in an accident if they are
not wearing a seat belt? This explains why child seats are now mandatory in most countries, including the UK.
 
Please note that, when choosing the right child seat, the weight of your child is far more important than their age. In Europe, the use of child seats is required by law and is covered by EEC Directive 44, which subdivides the requirements into five weight groups:
 
Weight:
0
0
1
2
3
Group:
up to 10kg
up to 13kg
9 - 18kg
15 - 25kg
22 - 36kg
Age (approx):
0 – 15 months
0 – 15 months
8 months – 4 years
3 – 7 years
6 – 12 years
 
Note: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of producing this fact sheet, Chrysler Finance can take no responsibility for any errors in the content or consequences arising from such errors or misinterpretation of the content.