27 October 2018, 11:21 AM
All-new Lexus ES has received excellent Euro NCAP safety ratings by achieving the maximum five-star earnings and average score of 86.25 – one of the highest that the organization has ever given to a certain vehicle. With tons of advanced features and refined drivetrain system new ES family member surely has a lot to demonstrate! So, let’s check out more, shall we?
New ES machine benefits from latest version of Lexus Safety System Plus, a suite of active safety features that ensure smooth and
23 October 2013, 06:29 PM
2014 Suzuki SX4 S-cross has been rated one of Europe‘s safest cars, according to new independent crash testing results from Euro NCAP, receiving the maximum 5-star rating.
The new C-segment crossover has achieved an above-average overall result. It performed notably well on its pedestrian protection, the top-class rating in total score for newly adopted test methodology that took effect this year.
The body structure and occupant restraint systems on the SX4 S-Cross are developed to mee
30 May 2013, 03:51 PM
The 2nd generation of Dacia Sandero (the 2013 model) has received a four-star safety rating from Euro NCAP. Actually, the result is not bad at all considering the low price of the hatchback.
2013 Dacia Sandero received 80% rating for adult occupants and 79% for child occupants. The car has bad score in pedestrian protection – just 57%. Due to the absence of a rear seatbelt reminder and electronic speed limiter, the Romanian hatchback was given even worse score - 55% rating for safety assi
23 May 2012, 01:01 PM
2012 Peugeot 208 is one of the best cars for urban environment due to its smaller dimensions, but spacious cabin. Furthermore, the new Peugeot model now delivers even more comfortability.
Another advantage that it has is that it now features a new architecture which makes the 208 lighter by 110 kg on average compared to the 207. This leads of course to lower CO2 results and excellent fuel consumption.
It is also advantageous n terms of safety performance, which is now proven by the Five St
23 May 2012, 12:32 PM
2013 Mazda CX-5 is surprisingly lightweight, high-rigid, and at the same time safe. The safety performance of the model was recognized by Euro NCAP, which awarded the vehicle after the latest crash tests with five starts!
The new CX-5 was launched in Europe in February 2012 and in addition to the maximum rating was also proclaimed as "Top Safety Pick 2012" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States.
The reason for all of these achievements is Mazda's new ligh
29 February 2012, 12:31 PM
Subaru brand has just announced that its 2012 Subaru XV is awarded with the highest possible rating - five-star - by Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) for its overall safety performance. This year’s rating reflects the performance of the XV according to the latest requirements set by Euro NCAP’s. Additional assessment system has been applied since 2009 by Euro NCAP which evaluates “Adult Occupant Protection”, “Child Occupant Protection”, “Pedestrian Protection” and “Safety Assist
28 February 2012, 02:16 PM
Good news from Vovlo – the Swedish company that brings us everyday road safety and stability. At the 2012 Geneva Motor Show a new model will be revealed. Called the V40, it will be targeting a niche that goes under the category of “Premium hatchback”. What that basically means is that the V40 is expected to pock some big boy heat underneath a practical and sensible body.
When it comes to engine choice, one can go subtle and sensible. I am talking about Volvo's first sub-100g/km CO2 diesel engin
23 February 2012, 05:03 AM
The latest Honda Civic has been rated 5 stars in safety by Euro NCAP. The NCAP tests are the comparable to the Oscars when it comes to automotive safety. Not only has the Civic achieved the highest possible score but, people at NCAP also want to highlight the car's Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) by extending Honda's Euro NCAP Advanced reward because of it.
The NCAP tests take into account large amounts of data for overall pedestrian and occupant safety and announce the results in th
22 February 2012, 01:27 PM
The latest version of Ford Ranger has cemented its position as the Europe’s safest pickup. It did that by passing Euro NCAP’s toughest-ever safety assessment. There has been introduced a new scoring system for 2012 and the pickup achieved the maximum possible five-star rating! This means that the vehicle remains the only one which got the whole five stars rating. In addition, the best-selling Ford Focus also got its five stars after being reassessed. The 2012 Euro NCAP ratings are the safety bar
09 February 2012, 12:30 AM
Chevrolet is building a reputation of a manufacturer that produces safe cars for the road which can only underline the already appealing character of its vehicles. The Aveo now is the latest Chevrolet with a 5-star Euro NCAP. Not only that but it is also the best in its class (the supermini segment).
Rigorously tested for virtually every scenario by NCAP, the Aveo scored an overall score of 85 out of 100 which is as high as it goes for cars from that segment. The Aveo fared particularly well in
02 February 2012, 01:10 PM
Volvo Car Corporation achieved great success in the safety ratings with full star results on both sides of the Atlantic. First, the Volvo V60 received five stars and is named now the best car in the Large Family category in the 2011 Euro-NCAP rating. On the other side of the Atlantic, in the U.S., Volvo S60 achieved an overall five star NHTSA crash test rating as well. Obviously Volvo is keeping their promise to the customers, by offering them the safest cars on the market. This is now confirmed
30 January 2012, 08:10 PM
The 2012 Geneva Motor Show will no doubt bring excitement to all rubber-burning, rev counting motoring enthusiasts. But a motor show isn't a genuine one without some space for practicality and sensibility. That is why Skoda is world premiering the 5-door Citigo sub-compact car there. It's a boxy little thing that is designed to be simple, neat and easy to live with.
Power, which isn't much, comes from a 3-cylinder, 1.0 Litre petrol engine and amounts to 44 kW/60 hp or 55 kW/75 hp. (power vari