Car Seat Safety

How We Test Our Bababing Car Seats

At Bababing, we don’t just design car seats – we obsess over your little one’s safety. Every Hera car seat is built on years of industry know-how, expert engineering, and real-life parenting experience.

Between our in-house product safety team and external crash testing partners, we’ve put the Hera through rigorous testing , during our manufacturing process our car seat are tested to ADAC standards – not just to tick boxes, but to give parents real peace of mind.

 

Crash-Tested to the Toughest Standards

All Bababing car seats meet the latest R129/03 (i-Size) regulation, the most up-to-date legal safety requirement for car seats in Europe. This includes full crash testing from frontal, side, and rear impact perspectives, using both newborn and toddler-sized crash test dummies to mirror real-life scenarios.

  • Frontal impact at 50kph
  • Side impact at 24kph
  • Rear impact at 30kph
  • Tested with both smallest and largest dummy sizes
  • Misuse tests simulate incorrect installation – because we know life’s not perfect

We also test every adjustable position the Hera offers – upright, reclined, forward- and rear-facing – so it performs across all setups, every time.

 

What Is ADAC Testing?

ADAC tests car seats beyond the legal EU safety requirements (R129/i-Size) by evaluating:

Crash Safety

  • Conducted at higher speeds (up to 64 km/h vs. the legal 50 km/h).
  • Includes frontal and side impact tests using advanced crash test dummies.
  • Measures forces on a child’s head, neck, and chest to determine injury risk.

Handling & Ease of Use

  • How easy it is to install the seat correctly.
  • How intuitive buckles, recline features, and adjustments are for parents.

Ergonomics

  • Comfort and posture for babies and toddlers.
  • Amount of space the child has in the seat (especially important for longer use).

Toxicity (Chemical Safety)

  • Materials are tested for harmful substances like phthalates, PAHs, flame retardants, and heavy metals.
  • Seats must be safe for babies’ sensitive skin and respiratory systems.

Cleaning & Build Quality

  • Durability of fabrics and how easily the seat can be cleaned and maintained.

 

Built to Last – Because Life Happens

Before a single crash test, every Hera seat goes through durability tests designed to mimic years of daily use:

  • ISOFIX tested for 2,000+ cycles
  • Buckles clicked and released 5,000 times
  • Harness and adjusters tested for wear and tear
  • Exposure to heat, cold, UV and humidity extremes
  • Water-submersion and corrosion testing
  • Even the seat shell’s strength is pressure-tested

Because whether it’s school runs or road trips, we know your car seat has to hold up to real family life.

Designed Around Real Families

Forget confusing age labels. The Hera is designed for your child’s height and weight, offering a perfect fit from newborn to toddler.

Need help fitting or checking compatibility with your car? Our friendly product specialists are here to help – because we know every vehicle (and every baby) is different. Come to our store to try it out and get expert advice.

 

It’s Not Just a Car Seat. It’s Peace of Mind.

We know choosing a car seat can feel overwhelming – but with Bababing, you don’t need to be an expert. That’s our job. From crash test lab to family car, the Hera gives you reassurance, reliability and real-world practicality, all in one beautifully built seat.

Need help deciding if Hera is right for your baby? Our team is always ready to chat. Because your baby’s safety deserves more than guesswork.

 

FAQ

Our customer support is available Monday to Friday: 9am- 5.30pm.Average answer time: 24h