Upcoming vehicle safety tests to be more ‘real-world’

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The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) is set to introduce new safety testing protocols in 2026 that focus on real-world scenarios beyond the lab or track. Changes will include how road conditions, weather, and driver behavior impact crash outcomes. ANCAP CEO Carla Hoorweg emphasizes the importance of testing vehicles in more realistic conditions, such as rain and varying road camber. The new protocols may also incorporate virtual testing to address concerns about how factors like obesity and age affect crash outcomes. Additionally, ANCAP is evaluating driver assistance technology effectiveness and plans to release results later this year.

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