Hidden dangers? Why some brands are ‘not happy’ about how easy it is to score five stars with ANCAP

4 August 2024, 3:28 am

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Hidden dangers? Why some brands are ‘not happy’ about how easy it is to score five stars with ANCAP
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Hidden dangers? Why some brands are ‘not happy’ about how easy it is to score five stars with ANCAP
Image: CarsGuide

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If you’re annoyed by a ‘new’ car feature that’s meant to help but doesn’t, you’re not alone. Features designed for convenience or safety can sound good on paper but end up being irritating in daily life, leading you to switch them off. Safety features can be especially frustrating if they affect your control of the car. So should features that annoy you enough to deactivate them still contribute to a car’s five-star ANCAP rating?

Brands mentioned: Chery, Kia, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz

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