You want to drive with a baby in the passenger seat. What do you have to be aware of when using an infant carrier?

When driving with a baby in an infant carrier on the front passenger seat, German traffic rules require three important safety measures:

1. The infant carrier must be installed facing backward (against the direction of travel). This position provides the best protection for the baby's head and neck in case of sudden braking or a collision.

2. If there is a passenger airbag in front of the seat, it must be deactivated when using an infant carrier. An active airbag can cause serious injury to the baby during deployment, as the infant carrier is positioned rear-facing and the baby is very close to the dashboard.

3. The baby must always be securely strapped into the infant carrier using the harness system provided. This ensures the baby is safely held in place and reduces the risk of injury in an accident or sudden stop.

Following all three rules together is mandatory to maximize the baby's safety when traveling in a car. Missing even one can significantly increase the risk of harm.