India’s new security score system for passenger cars will come into impact from October 1, mentioned Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Tuesday throughout the launch of Bharat New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP) in New Delhi. Bharat NCAP was launched by Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari the place the federal government goals to enhance highway security by elevating the security requirements of motor autos as much as 3.5 tonnes in India.

“The programme aims to provide a tool to the car customers to make a comparative assessment of crash safety of motor vehicles available in the market,” an official assertion mentioned.

Under this programme, automotive producers can voluntarily supply their automobiles to be examined as per the Automotive Industry Standard (AIS) 197. Based on the efficiency of the automotive within the checks, automotive shall be awarded star rankings for Adult Occupants (AOP) and Child Occupant (COP).

With demand for safer automobiles growing, automotive producers shall be inspired to adjust to buyer wants.

New security norms may also allow Indian automobiles to compete higher within the international market as they may adjust to increased security requirements sooner or later. This will enhance the export potential of the home automotive producers whereas growing a security delicate automotive market within the nation.

At current, India is the world’s third-largest automotive market.

(With company inputs)