Automobile safety rating

Automobile safety rating

An Automobile Safety Rating is a rating given by a testing organisation to a motor vehicle indicating the safety of occupants in the event of a motor vehicle accident.

Europe

In Europe, vehicle safety ratings are provided by EuroNCAP.

Australia

In Australia, vehicle safety ratings are provided by ANCAP whose procedures are similar to EuroNCAP.


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