NCAP
Transportation & Travel abbreviation · Automotive
| Stands for | New Car Assessment Program |
|---|---|
| Categories | Transportation & Travel |
NCAP stands for New Car Assessment Program, an automotive abbreviation.
Government or independent crash-test program that rates new vehicles for occupant protection with star ratings. NHTSA's US program, begun in 1979, gives up to five stars, and Euro NCAP has tested European cars since 1997.
Example: The SUV earned five stars from Euro NCAP, including high marks for pedestrian protection.
Usage notes
Similar programs operate in Australia (ANCAP), Japan, Latin America (Latin NCAP) and elsewhere, and Global NCAP supports testing in emerging markets. Ratings tests have grown to include active safety systems such as automatic emergency braking. Results influence car buyers and push automakers to improve designs.
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