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Daily Record
27-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Parents warned of car seat mistake which could land them with £500 fine
Drivers should make sure they are familiar with the rules of travelling with children. Drivers travelling with children in the car this summer are being warned to avoid making a simple mistake which could land them with a hefty fine. While parents, grandparents and other carers have plenty to remember ahead of their road trips, many will forget - or choose to ignore for short drives - the simple car seat rules for children. If a child under the age of 14 is not safely secured in a vehicle or is caught using an unsuitable or incorrectly fitted car seat, the driver can be fined up to £500. Gerry Bucke, general manager of Adrian Flux, a specialist motor insurance broker, said: 'Children will be driven around by all sorts of people during the school holidays this summer. There's a lot to remember and pack, especially on outings, and we all know people who forget a car seat or think they'll get away without using one. "Boots and back seats are packed with suitcases and things for the beach and that can see people taking shortcuts with car seats so they can just get on the road and get there as quickly as possible. It's never worth taking that gamble from a safety point of view but it can also make an expensive time of the year even more costly if you're stopped and fined.' Rule 100 of the Highway Code states that children MUST use a child car seat until they are 12 years old or 1.35m (approximately 4ft 5in) tall, whichever comes first. Other laws that need adhering to include babies being in a rear-facing seat, a child not being placed in a seat protected by an active frontal airbag, and making sure all restraints are properly fitted according to the manufacturer's instructions. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Any offence is likely to carry a £100 on-the-spot fine, which could be increased to £500 if a driver challenges the punishment. Gerry added: 'ISOFIX has made using car seats a lot easier since it became mandatory in 2013 for all new cars made in the UK. But not all cars have them. So it's just about ensuring the seat is used as it should be and every step is taken to protect all passengers, especially the youngest and most vulnerable.' There are exceptions to the law when travelling in taxis, minicabs, and Ubers, but safety experts suggest using your own car seat, where possible, for those trips.
Mint
25-07-2025
- Automotive
- Mint
Nissan Magnite GNCAP safety rating updated to 5 stars. Here's how and why…
The Nissan Magnite has received a new and boosted safety rating, earning a full 5-star score for adult occupant protection in the latest Global NCAP crash tests. This improvement follows several safety updates made by Nissan in response to earlier results. Initially, the Magnite received just 2 stars for both adult and child occupant safety under the updated testing protocols, which assess frontal and side impacts, electronic stability control (ESC), pedestrian safety, and seatbelt reminders. Nissan responded quickly to this change by upgrading the vehicle's safety features. Major additions include six standard airbags, covering front, side, and curtain positions, as well as ESC and better occupant restraint systems. Additional safety improvements involve 3-point seatbelts for all seats and structural modifications to enhance side impact protection. These updates raised the Magnite's score to 32.31 out of 34 for adult safety, making it one of the safest models in its class. In child safety, the Magnite also improved, earning 3 stars with a score of 33. 64 out of 49. It provides good protection for child seat installations, though there are still opportunities to improve ISOFIX availability and support for various child restraint systems. The vehicle also complies with pedestrian safety standards and other key safety benchmarks, aligning with Global NCAP's Safer Cars for Africa and India initiatives. This milestone is especially notable as the Magnite is the first vehicle tested under the current Global NCAP protocols in South Africa to achieve a 5-star adult safety rating. It also demonstrates Nissan's commitment to improving vehicle safety in emerging markets. Regarding pricing, the Nissan Magnite is currently available in a range between ₹ 6.14 lakh and ₹ 11.76 lakh, both ex-showroom. Nissan India also introduced a CNG-powered version of the Magnite, priced at ₹ 6.89 lakh ex-showroom. Unlike many competitors that come with factory-installed CNG kits, the Magnite's CNG system is added at dealerships after manufacturing but through authorised channels. The system, developed by third-party supplier Motozen, includes a single 12 kg cylinder and is installed at government-certified centres. Motozen provides a warranty for the CNG components, while Nissan maintains its standard vehicle warranty of three years or 1 lakh kilometres, even with the after-sales CNG installation.
Hindustan Times
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Nissan Magnite scores 5 stars in Global NCAP crash test
The Nissan Magnite has significantly improved its safety credentials, achieving a full 5-star rating for adult occupant protection in the latest round of crash tests conducted by Global NCAP. This upgrade follows a series of key safety enhancements implemented by Nissan in response to earlier test results. Initially, the Magnite was rated just 2 stars for both adult and child occupant protection under the updated Global NCAP testing protocols. These protocols include assessments for frontal and side impact, electronic stability control (ESC), pedestrian protection, and seatbelt reminders. Following this, Nissan took swift action to enhance the vehicle's safety package. The most notable additions include six airbags as standard—comprising front, side, and curtain units—as well as ESC and improved occupant restraint systems. Further safety improvements include the adoption of 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions, and structural changes aimed at increasing protection during side impacts. These updates helped the Magnite score 32.31 out of 34 points for adult occupant protection, a significant improvement that places it among the safest models in its category. In terms of child safety, the Magnite also performed better, earning 3 stars with a score of 33.64 out of 49. The child seat installations offered good protection, although there remains room for improvement in terms of ISOFIX availability and support for the full range of child restraint systems. The vehicle also showed compliance with pedestrian protection requirements and other key safety performance benchmarks, in line with Global NCAP's Safer Cars for Africa and India campaigns. This achievement is particularly significant as the Magnite becomes the first vehicle tested under the current Global NCAP protocols in South Africa to be awarded a 5-star adult safety rating. It also reflects Nissan's commitment to enhancing vehicle safety in emerging markets. The Magnite is available with three powertrain options - a turbo petrol engine, naturally aspirated engine and a CNG one. What is the price of the Nissan Magnite? The Magnite is currently priced between ₹6.14 lakh and ₹11.76 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom. Also Read : Nissan India plans four new models including C-SUV, Triber-based MPV and mass-market EV Is Nissan Magnite available with a CNG powertrain? Yes, Nissan Motor India recently introduced a CNG powertrain for the Magnite. The new variant is priced at ₹6.89 lakh ex-showroom. In contrast to many rivals that offer CNG kits pre-installed at the factory, the Nissan Magnite CNG is equipped with its kit at the dealership level. This means the CNG system is added after the car leaves the manufacturing facility, but still through authorised channels. The CNG system used in the Magnite is developed and manufactured by Motozen, a third-party supplier. It features a single 12 kg cylinder and is fitted at government-certified installation centres. While Motozen provides a warranty for the CNG components, Nissan continues to honour its standard vehicle warranty of three years or 1 lakh kilometres, even with the post-manufacture CNG installation. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
TimesLIVE
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
New Chery Tiggo 7 lands in SA: pricing and specs
Safety specification is generous across the line-up, with all new Tiggo 7 derivatives coming equipped with traction control, ESP, brake assist and at least four airbags. The Prestige and Legacy receive a total of eight airbags, including curtain and a front-centre airbag. ISOFIX anchorages and rear parking sensors are also standard throughout the line-up. Driver assistance features fitted to the Legacy include blind spot detection, door opening warning, rear collision warning, door opening warning and rear cross-traffic alert. The Legacy builds on this with lane departure warning, lane keep assistance, adaptive cruise control, integrated cruise assist, front collision warning, automatic emergency braking, emergency lane keeping, lane change assist, intelligent headlamp control and traffic jam assist. Pricing for the refreshed Tiggo 7 line-up: Prime 1.5T: R429,900 Prestige 1.6T: R499,900 Legacy 1.6T: R549,900 Pricing includes a five-year/60,000km service plan, five-year/150,000km warranty and Chery's 10-year/one-million km engine warranty (for first owner but can be transferred to a second owner if vehicle is purchased from a Cherished pre-owned dealership).
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The Independent
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
Cybex's new anoris T2 car seat has a built-in airbag – I put it to the test
Installation and usability My husband and I were enthusiastic about the anoris T2 from the get-go, thanks to the ease of installation – it took just a few minutes to affix the seat's ISOFIX base to our car. To do this, you simply pull out the load leg until it locks into place, then insert the seat's base into the car's anchorage points. Finally, you extend the leg so it presses down securely onto the floor of the car. There's no need to worry about whether you've set the seat up correctly, either, thanks to an LED display that indicates whether or not everything is as it should be – highlighting in red if there's an issue with any of the key areas (just remember to remove the battery protection label when you unbox the seat). The headrest and impact shield are also blissfully straightforward to adjust, requiring just the click of a button. If, for whatever reason, the shield isn't buckled in properly, this will also flag up in red on the LED display. If in doubt, you can find helpful video tutorials on the Cybex website or YouTube, which walk you through each step of the installation process. Safety Some parents may not be aware of official advice recommending children remain in rear-facing car seats until at least the age of four, as placing younger children in front-facing seats can significantly increase the child's risk of suffering serious injury in the event of a crash. While most forward-facing car seats rely on a harness system to strap the child securely in place, the anoris T2 uses an 'impact shield' – essentially a chunky belt that crosses the child's stomach. This belt contains an airbag, which, in an emergency, inflates across the child's abdomen in milliseconds, to protect the child's head, neck, and body. The seat is also equipped with side wings, which provide extra support and reduce impact forces. Ultimately, the most comforting thing anyone can say about the anoris T2 is that it outperformed all other car seats (including rear-facing ones) during independent testing by safety organisations. Comfort Despite my glowing first impressions of the anoris T2, my daughter was initially less convinced. Naturally quite anxious, she was suspicious of the impact shield, which she didn't want wrapped around her abdomen. Her wariness wore off, though, when she realised it clipped in 'just like Mummy and Daddy's' belt; had cool lights on the bottom, and was considerably more comfortable than her previous seat. The anoris T2 i-size plus is, in fact, so comfortable that despite being doggedly resistant to naps, my daughter can't help but fall asleep in it, even during short trips. We don't even have to recline the seat (although a handy adjustment handle means you can easily move it into one of three possible reclining positions) – within minutes, she's out for the count. Another of the anoris T2's key advantages from the child's perspective is it lets them move around much more freely than a conventional five-point harness does. The impact shield sits around their stomach, leaving most of their upper half unhindered, unlike a harness, which pins down their entire torso. Cybex has improved on the anoris T by making the impact shield on the anoris T2 25 per cent smaller than its forerunner. The new design also uses a spacer system, which means the impact shield no longer places any weight on the child's abdomen. In addition, the anoris T2 is made using a fabric that is six times more breathable than that of the anoris T (according to the brand), which we found helped keep our young tester cooler, especially in the summer. The seat also comes with a large retractable sun canopy, which not only shields them from the sun's glare but also acts as an extra layer of protection in the event of an accident. Ultimately, the best thing about the anoris T2 is that it affords the child all the advantages of a forward-facing seat – more legroom than a rear-facing one and the ability to enjoy eye-contact with whoever's sitting up front – without any compromise on safety. Design With its game-changing in-built airbag, the anoris T2 sets the standard for all future car seats, so it's only fitting that it looks the part. Its design is not only futuristic but slick, available in six different colours, from 'sepia black' to 'platinum white'. My 'mirage grey' model blends in seamlessly with my car's interior, though I know my daughter would be incensed to learn that we could have gone for a 'peach pink' option instead. What's more, it will still be suitable for your child up to a year longer than the Anoris T, thanks to an increased height limit, from 115cm (about six years old) to 125cm (about seven years old). This also means it will last your child about three years longer than comparable forward-facing seats.
