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Conventional roads under scrutiny
The Saving lives on rural roads event brought together road safety experts to analyse the safety of secondary roads in Spain and Europe, propose solutions and learn about cases of good practice in neighboring countries. Here are the main conclusions.
Saving lives on rural roads
The majority of deaths due to road accidents in Spain occur in rural areas. During Saving Lives on Rural Roads Day, held on April 9, we want to analyze the situation and propose solutions aimed at saving lives.
It’s Earth Hour
Something as simple as turning off the lights for an hour may be symbolic, but it is an act of enormous value. If we all join together, we can show that our planet, the place where we live, matters to us. On March 23, turn off the lights.
Every opportunity is a door that opens
‘Opening up Opportunities’ is the slogan of the new Fundación MAPFRE outreach campaign, which is being launched to raise awareness of the diversity and importance of the programs carried out by the Foundation and their impact on society.
Car headrests and child restraint systems
Headrests are safety features that are vitally important in the event of a collision. However, when it comes to fitting a child restraint system, they may make it difficult to install.
The “elephant effect” and its relation to Newton’s laws
Often, in government campaigns or in the media, we are told about the so-called “elephant effect”, but do we really know what it is? We will tell you about it.
Traveling abroad with children
If you are traveling abroad, whether you hire a car or take public transport, it is important to select a child restraint system suitable for young children.
Risks and solutions in side impacts
Although safety measures have advanced significantly in recent years, side impacts remain a cause for concern due to the particular risks they pose to young people.
Learning to live with the impact of loss
On Sunday, November 19, 2023, we pay homage to everyone who has had to learn to “live with the impact” of a traffic accident. Remembering those who died, those who survived but suffer after-effects, and all their families should help us to prevent more victims on the roads.
Here are the basics for your children’s road safety
Back in the 2000s, major shortcomings were identified relating to the choice and installation of child restraint systems in cars. Twenty years on, the shortcomings in terms of the way child car seats are installed in cars are still very similar.
Innovations in child restraint systems
The constant search for innovations in child restraint systems means that new products with new features are introduced every year. We help you stay focused on the important issues.
We present our most socially-minded awards
Once again, this year’s edition of our Social Awards came to an end with the prizes being presented by H.M. Queen Sofia, who recognized individuals, initiatives and organizations that, through their work, improve the world in which we live.
Fundación MAPFRE recognized for its patronage work
Ignacio Baeza, vice-president of Fundación MAPFRE, received the award for Best Patronage at the Ars Magazine Art and Business Awards.
The ISOFIX system, a little bit of history
The first ISOFIX prototype, which was very different from the one we know today, was presented in 1991. From that time to now, it has been evolving to offer children greater safety when traveling in a vehicle.
Make a family mobility plan
Buying a child restraint system is a headache for many families as it is difficult to choose the right product. We suggest you make a mobility plan to find out which CRS is right for you both now and in the future.
Should you use a pregnancy seatbelt cushion?
The use of pregnancy cushions has become widespread in recent years, but this does not mean that it is a good solution. We look at whether it is beneficial or even advisable for the safety of both the mother and the fetus.
Would you rather face zombies or a reckless driver?
The heroine of the winning ad in the Look Both Ways contest, organized by Fundación MAPFRE in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), is very sure: she would rather face the zombies.