KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- India car safety rating Bharat NCAP to be launched tomorrow
- Will be applicable for motor vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes in India
- With high safety standards, Indian cars will be able to compete better in the global market
India is placing a strong focus on enhancing vehicle safety for its citizens. In alignment with this objective, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is advocating for the introduction of the Bharat NCAP crash test. Scheduled for launch tomorrow, the Bharat NCAP will be inaugurated by Mr. Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways. This initiative marks a noteworthy advancement in the government's dedication to enhancing road safety. It aims to elevate the safety benchmarks of motor vehicles weighing up to 3.5 tonnes in India.
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Bharat NCAP
The 'Bharat New Car Assessment Programme' will center its attention on the criteria established by different private organizations that assess safety, such as 'Latin-NCAP' and 'G-NCAP.' The objective of the program is to offer car buyers a means to make a side-by-side evaluation of the crash safety features of various vehicles accessible in the market. Prospective car buyers can utilize these star ratings as a reference to compare the safety specifications of different vehicles, aiding them in making informed decisions when purchasing a car.
With the launch of the Bharat NCAP, automobile manufacturers have the option to subject their vehicles to testing in accordance with the Automotive Industry Standard (AIS) 197. Depending on the outcomes of these tests, the vehicles will receive star ratings for Adult Occupants (AOP) and Child Occupants (COP).
Lately, the government has enforced several obligatory measures to enhance vehicle safety in India. These include the requirement for new cars to be equipped with six airbags and seat belt reminders.
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Verdict
The introduction of the Bharat NCAP will facilitate manufacturers in submitting their cars for more comprehensive assessments. Customers will be able to make more informed choices based on the safety ratings provided by this new evaluation program. Furthermore, the Bharat NCAP will align with the testing criteria adhered to by other assessment agencies like Global NCAP and Latin NCAP. Also, you can join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Group for all of such latest updates from the automotive industry.
