Introducing Car Safety Essentials to Fortfyr

Why We Added LifeHammer Vehicle Escape Tools to Our Store

At FORTFYR, personal safety has always been about preparation, not panic. Until now, that focus has centred on personal alarms and everyday self-defence solutions. Now, we’re taking a natural next step.

We’ve officially launched a new car safety category, starting with two industry-leading vehicle escape tools from LifeHammer.

Why car safety matters in Ireland

Most of us spend hours each week in our cars. Commuting to work, often driving rural roads, collecting children, or travelling at night. Yet car safety tools are often overlooked until something goes wrong.

In emergency situations such as collisions, vehicle fires, or water incidents, seconds matter. Doors can jam. Seatbelts can lock. Windows may need to be broken quickly and safely.

That’s where the right equipment makes a difference.

A reality many drivers don’t realise

In the Republic of Ireland, there is no legal requirement to carry car safety items such as safety hammers, belt cutters, warning triangles, first-aid kits, high-visibility vests, or fire extinguishers.

But the absence of a legal requirement does not mean these items are unnecessary.

You carry safety equipment not only for your own protection, but also to help others who may need assistance. In real-world situations where time matters and emergency services may be too far away, having the right tools within reach can make a critical difference before help arrives.

Why we chose LifeHammer

LifeHammer products are designed and manufactured in the Netherlands, built to exacting European safety standards, and trusted worldwide by emergency services and everyday drivers alike.

For us, this choice came down to three things:

• Proven reliability in real-world emergencies
• Simple, intuitive design that works under stress
• Products we can confidently stand behind for quality and importance

The two LifeHammer car safety tools now available

LifeHammer® Smart & LifeHammer® Evolution – Vehicle Escape Tools

Two trusted vehicle escape tools. One shared purpose: helping you get out when time matters.

The LifeHammer® Smart and LifeHammer® Evolution are high-quality vehicle safety tools developed to the highest European standards by LifeHammer in the Netherlands. Both are designed to help you escape a vehicle quickly and safely in an emergency such as a collision, fire, or water incident.

Shared safety features

Both LifeHammer models offer the same essential, life-saving functionality:

• Automatic glass-breaking action
  Press the hammer head firmly against a side or rear window and the ultra-hard ceramic tip automatically shatters the glass. No swinging required.
• Integrated seatbelt cutter
  A built-in blade allows you to cut through a seatbelt quickly to free yourself or a passenger.
• Car holders included
  Both products come with dedicated mounting solutions, ensuring the tool is securely stored and always within reach, not loose in the car.

What’s the difference?

The difference between the LifeHammer® Smart and LifeHammer® Evolution is primarily design and form factor, allowing you to choose what best fits your preference and vehicle interior.

• LifeHammer® Smart
  A compact, modern design with a grip-enhancing texture and integrated mounting shape, installed using strong adhesive tape on hard surfaces.
• LifeHammer® Evolution
  A classic, TÜV-certified design with a non-slip grip and mechanical mounting, widely recognised and trusted worldwide.

One standard of safety

Whichever design you choose, both LifeHammer tools deliver the same core safety performance, built around reliability, simplicity, and real-world use.

Important: They do not work on laminated glass, including the front windscreen.
Some vehicles may also have laminated side windows. Always check the window stamp before purchasing.

A broader approach to personal safety

Adding car safety products is more than just expanding our range. It reflects a wider view of what personal safety really means in everyday life.

Personal safety doesn’t start and end when you step outside your front door. It includes how you travel, how prepared you are, and whether the right tools are within reach when you need them most.

This new category marks the beginning of a more complete approach to safety at FORTFYR, built around practical products that serve a real purpose.

Available now in Ireland

Both LifeHammer vehicle escape tools are available now, locally stocked for fast delivery within Ireland.

If you drive regularly, carry passengers, or simply want to be better prepared, these are tools worth considering.

FORTFYR – Your Safety. Your Way.