For mothers-and fathers-ensuring the safety of their little ones while commuting is of prime importance. Fortunately, there are several car accessories available in Pakistan that can boost your child’s safety while you drive.
Booster Seat Sensors
Every year, several cases are reported in the media centering on parents forgetting their children in their cars. This is where booster seat sensors come in handy; they can be attached to your child’s booster seat and connected to your mobile via an app. If you walk away from your car while your child is seated in your car, the app will send an alert.
Price range: Rs 6,000-9,000
Carrycots With Roll Cages
These cots can be fastened to the rear seat of the car using a belt, and have a metal roll cage and a padded interior which can protect your child in case of an accident. They are also compatible with most pushchairs thanks to their ‘click & go’ feature.
Price range; Rs 5,000-8,000
Rear Seat Airbags
These are extremely useful, especially in Pakistan, where even many high-end cars do not have rear seat airbags. In case of an accident, the airbags will pop out immediately, and are therefore essential for your child’s safety, as well as anyone else who is seated at the back. Installation is usually done by the vendor who you purchase the airbags from, or by a mechanic.
Price range: Rs 20,000-30,000
Rear-View Child Safety Mirrors
These have suction caps which allows them to be placed anywhere on your windscreen. As a result, they allow you to keep an eye on your little one(s) at all times, no matter where they are seated, and eliminate the need for you to turn around while driving.
Price range: Rs 1,000-1,500
By Syed Wajeeh-ul-Hassan Naqvi