The Grandeur Astra is the only car seat in Australia that allows both extended rearward facing, and extended harnessing in forward facing. You can rearward face up to 30 months old, and forward facing with a harness to a large 8 year old. Twist & Lift Twist & Lift allows one-handed adjustment of the headrest and harness from the front of the seat. No rethreading straps, no uninstalling – you can get the perfect fit in seconds, and it’s never been easier. Compact Grandeur is extremely compact. It measures at an incredibly narrow 440mm across at its widest point in both rearward and forward facing modes. In fact, in forward facing mode, it’s the narrowest Type G (extended harness use) car seat in Australia. Air Cocoon Technology (A.C. T) Grandeur Astra features Air Cocoon Technology (A.C. T). This enhances side impact protection through blow moulding design, dramatically reducing the impact forces during a crash. The blow moulded backrest and side wings act like airbags, greatly reducing the forces on a child’s head and body in a side impact accident. Active Fabric The easy-care Active Fabric covers on the Grandeur are hard wearing, cool and breathable. The machine-washable, press-stud covers are easily removed for cleaning without having to uninstall the seat, as can the shoulder pads.