How does Euro NCAP provide a truly independent assessment of the safety performance of cars sold in Europe?
Euro NCAP was set up by the Transport Research Laboratory, for the UK Department of Transport. Subsequently, other governments have joined the programme (France, Germany, Sweden, The Netherlands, Luxembourg and the Catalonian part of Spain). Many Consumer Groups in Europe are members through International Consumer Research and Testing. Motoring clubs are represented by membership of the FIA and by the German motor club ADAC. The European Commission is an observing member of Euro NCAP’s board and provides their political support. Read more about our members This wide consortium of members ensures our independence. Euro NCAP itself is an International Association under Belgian law. We are independent of industry and political control and no individual member can bias Euro NCAP towards their individual interests. Euro NCAP is totally independent of the automotive industry.
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