The Shocking Truth Behind Campervan Bed Crash Tests

A Crash Tested Bed CAN FAIL a Crash Test - Campervan Safety Warning Just because a Seat Bed has passed an M1 Crash Test, it doesn't necessarily mean it is safe in your vehicle. There are lots of factors that can affect how it will respond in the event of an incident. You will hear and see stories of dangerous conversions, incorrectly fitted appliances, not using the correct hardware for installation. You need to make sure what you have is safe, ask the right questions. A RIB bed or Rock and Roll bed is personal choice, there are lots of options out there for you to choose. Some people will look for a certified bed, but you need to know how its been tested and if its been fitted in accordance with the manufacturers instruction with appropriate hardware that can often be from third party suppliers. Has the hardware been tested for your application? Some converters cant even install gas hobs following instructions. The Millbrook testing facility has carried out in vehicle tests of these beds and there have been fails for a variety of reasons and this is from the people who are trying to do the work properly. This highlights even more that those who will just bolt in without proper strengthening beams, steel plates etc are potentially putting occupants at risk. It’s frightening. Find a reputable converter, installer, campervan manufacturer and have the piece of mind that you know the van is well built and safe. My Amazon Storefront containing many essentials - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/staycationlifestyle There are differences between SWB, LWB, VW Transporter, Ford Transit, Vauxhall Vivaro, Mercedes Vito, Bedford Rascal, Mazda Bongo, Fiat Talento, some have additional chassis holes drilled for air vents, drop out vents etc. These all make differences. M1 Crash Tested Bed may FAIL a Crash Test in YOUR Campervan 00:00 Crash Tested Seat Beds Can Fail 00:44 1st type of test 01:55 Watch a child seat in an accident. A lesson to learn 02:47 2nd type of test - See the test in progress 03:50 Crash tested beds can fail in chassis tests 04:48 How beds could be (and are) not fitted properly - WATCH IT ALL 07:40 True way of knowing it's safe 08:11 NCC Approved converters (manufacturers) follow regulations 08:35 Additional testing and strengthening 09:15 Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC will have several of these Type Approved camper vans on show --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Whether you have a T5, VW T5.1, T6, T6.1 or even an older T2, T2.5, T4, the VW Vanlife scene is amazing, with so much help and assistance available for whatever project you wish to attempt. Panel van, Kombi, Converted Camper or VW California Beach or Ocean, enjoy the freedom van life brings. The @Staycation Lifestyle van conversion is coming along. I bought a VW Transporter T6 Kombi Highline van 140bhp diesel SWB with tailgate. I have lots more to do though, I have a new electrical system, using Victron components and a Lithium LIFEPO4 battery, so I obviously need to install some power devices. I have a new sound system, with Focal speakers and ibus 2.1 amp, Playstation PS4, which will be removable, TV's on headrests. Lots for me to look forward too and it would be nice to take you on the journey. Vanlife for me is just beginning, it's a great adventure and I'm loving it. 😍 There are many great camper adventures to come Thanks must go to the following: https://titantransporters.co.uk - Sourcing my van, providing advice and soon a paint correction and detail https://tamarcaravancentre.co.uk - Advising me with many of my leisure equipment purchases, including my Thetford toilet https://www.dream-ice.co.uk - Quality advise on my sound system upgrade https://plyworxuk.co.uk - Suppliers of my Halo roof and ply products https://www.batteriesandsolar.co.uk - 1st class advice and guidance on my electrical system install https://stitchesandsteel.com - Seat covers, carpet, roof straps, changing mat Transporter HQ for my tailgate struts Kiravans for my Swivel Seats Amazon Audible is great for listening to books on longer journeys, I have used it for years. Free 30 day trial - https://amzn.to/3Pj8qR6 If you click on my Amazon affiliate links, I may receive a commission. I will only link products I use and believe in. Im a member of Devon & Cornwall Transporters. Have a look at the Facebook group and come along to meet the other friendly members #vanlife #vanlifeuk #campervan #transporter #vwbus #adventure #rv #rvlife #camper #vwcamper #camper #staycation #wildcamping #offgrid #travel