Parent & Baby Awards 2018

Page 16 www.lux-review.com LUX 2018 Parent & Baby Awards from the results of the test is that this car seat can be used for babies up to 83 cm; other baby car seats in the same category are designed for a maximum size of 75 cm and do not feature the omni lie-flat function. The Evoluna i-Size 2 meets the latest and more stringent ECE-R129 (i-Size) standards which demand the intensive testing of front and rear impact zones, rollover situations and side impacts. Particularly in side impact situations, the Evoluna i-Size 2 managed to stand out with a rating of ‘very good’. This result was achieved thanks to the energy-absorbing protective elements incorporated into the outer shell. The further optimized newborn inlay with integrated impact cushioning around the head area also ensures maximum protection in the event of a collision. As these test results prove, the Evoluna i-Size 2 was utterly convincing in terms of the excellent result it achieved in the hazardous substance category. The experts could not detect any harmful chemicals in the baby car seat. This result is demonstrative of the quality of the Kiddy product range as all car seats are made from the same materials. Looking ahead, the future looks bright for this innovative firm thanks to these test results and its ongoing commitment to excellence. Within the car seat market currently, it is becoming imperative for brands to not only meet quality standards but ensure this is married with great product design; both look and feel, as well as clever product design features. Consumers have the power at their fingertips to ascertain whether your product will not Since its foundation in 1976, the focus of all Kiddy’s product development has been the pursuit of the highest-possible safety, outstanding product design and maximum comfort as well as peak functionality. Numerous patents such as the lie-flat technology, the original Kiddy impact shield and the shock absorber proves the innovative spirit of the Kiddy engineers and have been ground-breaking for the entire industry for years. Frequent awards from independent testing institutes such as Stiftung Warentest and ADAC confirm the high safety and quality standards of Kiddy. With years of expertise in child safety, specialists at Kiddy are constantly aiming to optimize and further develop their products. Even better, even safer – Kiddy is always striving to go one step beyond today’s quality standards. The success story of Kiddy can be seen in the results of independent crash tests, with the Evoluna i-Size 2 providing the perfect example of the DNA of Kiddy. Once again, the infant car seat was rated as the safest infant car seat in the latest tests by the Stiftung Warentest and ADAC (05/2018). A total of 23 child car seats were tested for accident safety, handling, ergonomics and hazardous substances. With an overall rating of 1.7 (good), the Evoluna i-Size 2 came out test winner in the category i-Size up to max. 105 cm. Standing tall above the competition, the Evoluna i-Size 2 was the only tested baby car seat with the unique lie-flat function inside the car to achieve this result. Another highlight For more than 50 years Kiddy has declared the safety of children in the car as its priority. As it was a recent recipient of one of our prestigious accolades in the Parent & Baby Awards 2018, at LUXlife we felt that it was about time we profiled the firm to showcase the ingenious, life- saving solutions it provides. Kiddy Best Ergonomically Designed Infant Transport Solutions 2018 - UK only meet their expectations in use, but also whether a product can meet their lifestyle and aspirations. The latter, more of often than not being dictated by design. Car seat safety certainly gives the parents that ‘comfort blanket’ feel, however it is becoming more important to add clarity to the messaging around safety and practically in use. Design iterations and product innovation are creating a ‘melting pot’ of considerations for a parent. The differing market segments within car seats can be seen to be giving varying levels of importance to the product features vs crash test safety. Ultimately, Kiddy stands for safety, design, comfort and lifestyle. Current innovations are revolving around the ease of use of products within the category, however the firm can certainly expect the ‘digital revolution’ to come to the car seat category, and will be working hard to ensure that, over the coming years, it continues to excel in this area and provide clients with the solution they can rely on. Company: Kiddy Contact: Michael Wilkins Address: 11 Seafox Court, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25 6PL, UK Phone: 07932 868 567 Website: www.kiddyuk.com