With SUVs and utes continuing to lead Australia’s sales charts, ANCAP has confirmed five-star ratings for three important passenger car and people mover models – the Skoda Superb, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and the new hybrid Kia Carnival.
ANCAP has awarded five-star safety ratings to four models from European brands – the Polestar 3, Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen Multivan, and Audi A5.
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has confirmed its entire Triton Utility range has achieved the maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating, tested to the latest protocols.
ANCAP has examined some of Australia’s top-selling light trucks as part of a new initiative to boost safety standards and assist business operators and private consumers make informed purchasing decisions.While light trucks are increasing in popularity, safety experts believe advancements in safety features and technologies in the light truck segment haven’t kept pace with other vehicle classes.
ANCAP Safety has welcomed improved safety results for four commercial vans currently on sale in the Australian market The LDV Deliver 7 and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo have achieved a Platinum rating.
The Deepal S07 battery electric SUV manufactured by Changan Automobile has recently launched in the Australian market and has also received a five-star ANCAP safety rating. It scored 95% for Adult Occupant Protection, matching the Toyota Camry as the top scorer for its physical protection and safe restraint of adult occupants against the current 2023-2025 criteria. To date, 37 models have been star-rated against these requirements.
As Australia marks National Road Safety Week, the Australian Government has shown leadership in further prioritising the safety of its employees by implementing an enhancement to its Commonwealth Fleet Vehicle Selection Policy.
ANCAP has confirmed a four-star safety rating for the new Hyundai Kona available in Australia and New Zealand, and that the facelifted Model 3 is now unrated.
The Australian Government has committed to fund the ANCAP safety rating program for a further five years. Assistant Minster for Infrastructure and Transport, Senator Carol Brown confirmed the Government's commitment during ANCAP's 30th Anniversary commemorative celebrations.
A five-star safety rating for the MG 4 Electric has been awarded by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). The EV did well across each aspect of ANCAP assessment under the 2020-2022 rating criteria.
