Car seats

The law in New Zealand requires you to have all children under 5 years of age restrained in a child car restraint for every ride.

The restraint must be a child restraint appropriate for the height and weight of the child, the vehicle safety belt on its own is not enough. Read more about car safety and which type of car seat restraint is best for your child.

Children 5-7 years old must use a child restraint if there is one appropriate for their height and weight in the vehicle, otherwise they must use the vehicle safety belt. For children 8-14 years old you must use a safety belt if available, children must travel in the back seat.

It is strongly recommended that to keep babies and toddlers safe, they travel rear-facing until 2 years of age. Older children should stay in their forward-facing child restraint or booster seat until they outgrow it.

Our car seat service staff are trained child restraint technicians which means they have the knowledge to provide the best advice on the installation and use of child restraints.

Hiring a car seat

Plunket's car seat service offers a variety of infant and child restraints and booster seats at affordable rental prices.

There are both short and long-term hire options available, and prices may vary depending on the area.  A bond is charged in addition to rental, and this is refunded when the seat is returned in good condition and on time.

Find out more about this service.

Buying a car seat

Infant capsules, child restraints, booster seats and accessories are also available for purchase.  

Find out more about where you can view our product range.

Booking a car seat

If you're interested in hiring a car seat, you can begin the booking process by filling in our online form.

Fill in this form today and we'll respond within 3 working days.