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UK charity working internationally to democratise vehicle safety in support of the UN Global Goals. #SaferCarsforIndia #SaferCarsforAfrica #StoptheCrash https://www.globalncap.org

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Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Feb 19

Global NCAP delighted to co-host the Vehicle Safety parallel session at the 4th Global Ministerial Conference. Experts focusing on the role of NCAPs, regulators, inspection authorities and new technology providers to catalyse new, and used, vehicle safety across their life cycle.

#ForSaferVehicles

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Feb 18

Global NCAP Delegation and road safety advocate Meera Naran attend the opening Plenary of the 4th Global Ministerial on Road Safety.

#ForSaferVehicles

@davidjward.bsky.social @woodstoday.bsky.social

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Dec 23

Season greetings and best wishes for 2025 from the @globalncap.org team.

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Dec 17

First ever Chinese manufacturer to achieve five stars in Latin America. The model is also the first EV to achieve the top rating in Latin NCAP’s history.

Deep dive into the result: youtu.be/IgogGf09IGo

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Dec 10

Fitted with two airbags & pedestrian protection as standard, the improved VW Polo Vivo achieved four stars for adult occupant protection and three stars for child occupant protection.

Watch the full video: youtu.be/RWloTLfeV-Q

#SaferCarsForAfrica

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Dec 10

“It’s encouraging to see manufacturers voluntarily crash-test their flagship models & improve safety features. This aligns perfectly with the #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign. By prioritizing safety, manufacturers can significantly contribute to the wellbeing of customers.”

Full story: bit.ly/41sCrXc

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Dec 10

“As one of the best selling models in South Africa, it is satisfying to see VW offering safety feature improvements for the new Polo Vivo. We strongly recommend consumers to choose the model offering higher levels of protection." @davidjward.bsky.social

Read now: bit.ly/41sCrXc

#SaferCarsForAfrica

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Dec 10

VW Polo Vivo scores four stars in #SaferCarsForAfrica voluntary test.

Read the full story here: bit.ly/41sCrXc

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

Between 2014 & 2024 Global NCAP has completed more than 70 safety assessments which have acted as an important catalyst in the safety improvement of Indian cars. View all results to date: https://www.globalncap.org/safercarsforindia

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

The new Dzire’s five star rating sets a significant safety benchmark for Maruti Suzuki compared to the previous version of this model and others from Maruti we have tested. Full story here: https://bit.ly/3Ck88qY #SaferCarsForIndia

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

The new Maruti Suzuki Dzire scores five stars for adult & four stars for child occupant safety. Fitted with six airbags, #ESC & pedestrian protection as standard, the new Dzire is the first Maruti Suzuki to achieve a five star Global NCAP rating. https://youtu.be/iRKAR0IZlgE

New Dzire from Maruti Suzuki achieves five star rating in Global NCAP voluntary test

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

“Global NCAP warmly welcomes this milestone voluntary test result. We are optimistic that going forward Maruti will seek to achieve this high level of safety performance across their model range. If they do, it will be a vehicle safety game changer for Indian consumers.”

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

New Dzire from Maruti Suzuki achieves five star rating in Global NCAP voluntary test. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3Ck88qY #SaferCarsForIndia

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

Between 2014 & 2024 Global NCAP has completed more than 60 safety assessments which have acted as an important catalyst in the safety improvement of Indian cars. A timeline highlighting the #SaferCarsForIndia campaign’s progress is available here:
https://t.co/pJtQG74BER

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

"The @FIAFdn is really excited by the progress that has been made with Global NCAP's #SaferCarsForIndia campaign over the past decade. Having come from testing mostly zero star cars, to now where you have the @TataMotors Safari and Harrier getting the Safer Choice Award."

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

"@TataMotors is always up for a challenge and we wanted to take this opportunity to go one step further with the Safer Choice Award 2024, which looks not only at passive safety but also active safety, such as #AEB, #BSD & active speed control. Today we made it happen."

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

"The role of an NCAP is to stretch the performance of manufacturers, to give them the opportunity to show the very best they can do. And that’s what @TataMotors has done & we’re delighted to present them with the Safer Choice Award for the Safari & Harrier." #SaferCarsForIndia

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

"This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to safety & innovation, ensuring not only comfort & performance, but also the highest safety standards for our customers. We’re thankful for Global NCAP’s full support as we continue to make #SaferCarsForIndia."

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

“@TataMotors continuing commitment to vehicle safety is very welcome & we’re pleased to present the first of our new Safer Choice Awards to them for the Safari and Harrier.” @DavidDjward, President @TowardsZeroFdn. Full story: https://bit.ly/4dMT1Et #SaferCarsForIndia

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

The @TataMotors Safari and Harrier has achieved Global NCAP’s Safer Choice Award, an accolade only available to automakers committing to the highest levels of safety performance for cars sold in India. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4dMT1Et #SaferCarsForIndia

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

The #SaferCarsForAfrica Campaign was launched by Global NCAP in 2017 with the objective of promoting safer vehicles across the continent of Africa. View all results to date: https://www.globalncap.org/safercarsforafrica

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

“The double standard on safety in low & middle income economies must come to an end. Manufacturers know how to build safer cars for adult & child occupants & vulnerable road users. Highlighting this disparity & democratising vehicle safety in Africa is a Global NCAP priority.”

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

The Chinese made @Kia_Worldwide Pegas scores two stars for adult occupant protection and four stars for child occupant protection in today's #SaferCarsForAfrica crash test results, while its structure was rated as unstable. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/ZT85dFtLo5o

Disappointing two stars for the Kia Pegas

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

The India made @RenaultIndia Triber reveals a disappointing two stars for adult and child occupant protection in the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica crash test results. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/Ca6A4jd6Sno

Renault Triber reveals disappointing two stars

Global NCAP @globalncap.org · Nov 21

The India made @Maruti_Corp Ertiga disappoints with one star for adult occupant protection and two stars for child occupant protection in today’s #SaferCarsForAfrica crash test results. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/5LaxnFBHULo

Only one star for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga