The survey also shows that many families are not willing to take a risk and are bringing their own seats with them when they travel, despite the extra costs involved.
Director of Policy at AA Ireland, Conor Faughnan, commented on the findings: "For families with small children a proper child seat is an absolute must. But we have had cases where families in a foreign airport are left with no choice. They either have to put up with a poor quality seat that they would not tolerate at home or worse, they may have to do without one altogether."
The AA Ireland recommends that parents only use an approved restraint suitable for their child's weight and height, and to also use Isofix restraints where available.
The online survey of 7,000 Irish customers took place in April and May 2010.
Additional reading for driving abroad can be found at www.aaireland.ie/toptips/motoringeurope.asp.
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