Tag : Thatcham Research
Euro NCAP releases Assisted Driving Gradings for three new vehicles
Euro NCAP has issued its latest set of Assisted Driving gradings, based on assessments of three new vehicles.
Thatcham training to ensure vehicle repairers are ‘EV Ready’
Thatcham Research has launched a new ‘EV Ready’ training programme, addressing the current electric vehicle skills gap in the vehicle repair sector.
Renault Kangoo and Vauxhall Mokka fall short of Euro NCAP five stars
The new Renault Kangoo MPV and Vauxhall/Opel Mokka have returned four stars in the latest batch of Euro NCAP safety tests after falling short on dummy … Read More »
Government plans for automated driving systems ‘to put lives at risk’
The Government is being urged to revise its plans to introduce Automated Lane Keeping Systems (ALKS) onto UK roads from early 2021 as they will “put … Read More »
Thatcham Research continues work on safe ADAS repair
Thatcham Research is introducing new IMI-accredited ADAS calibration training designed to address a skill gap in Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) repair, ahead of the arrival … Read More »
Faraday case to protect Kia models from keyless theft
Kia drivers can now buy a Faraday case that helps stop models with a keyless entry system from being hacked after Thatcham research indicated a possible … Read More »
Thatcham issues ADAS recalibration guidance ahead of new code of practice
Thatcham has published guidance on how to manage vehicle repairs involving Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) to help ensure vital vehicle safety functions remain operational post-repair.
Thatcham and ABI continue work on defining automated driving
Thatcham Research and the ABI have embarked on the latest round of automotive industry consultation around automated driving with the publication of a new ‘Defining Safe … Read More »
Keyless theft risks highlighted in new Thatcham ratings
More than half of the new cars launched so far this year have potential keyless entry/start vulnerabilities that could leave them vulnerable to relay attack.
Tarraco, G-Class and CR-V scoop five-star safety ratings
Euro NCAP has published its first test results for 2019, which saw five-star ratings for the Seat Tarraco, Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Honda CR-V SUVs.
Safety must come first in driverless car trials, says Thatcham
Government plans to accelerate the introduction of driverless car trials on public roads to become a world leader must be balanced with vital safety considerations.
Thatcham Research reveals 10 safest new cars
Thatcham Research has revealed its list of the 10 safest new cars for 2019, which team up top-level crash protection ratings with crash avoidance technology.
Thatcham names new chief executive
Thatcham Research has appointed Jonathan Hewett as chief executive, succeeding Peter Shaw who stepped down earlier this year.
Ford Focus and Volvo XC40 score five-star Euro NCAP ratings
The new Volvo XC40 and Ford Focus have both achieved the maximum five-star Euro NCAP safety rating while being commended for their Autonomous Emergency Braking performance.
Thatcham chief executive Peter Shaw to step down
Peter Shaw is stepping down from his role as chief executive at Thatcham Research with immediate effect due to ill health.
Calling cars ‘autonomous’ is putting drivers at risk
Carmakers should stop misleading drivers by using ‘autonomous’ terms for technology that still requires driver involvement.
Hacking vulnerability to affect insurance ratings
Insurance ratings for new cars will be updated in 2019, recognising for the first time how vulnerable they are to hacking and keyless theft – said … Read More »
Thatcham Research appoints new chairman
Thatcham Research has appointed Allianz’s Graham Gibson as its new chairman.
Carmakers urged to step up standard fitment of AEB
Thatcham has praised the XC60 – winner of the 2018 What Car? Best Safety Award – as it reiterates its call for other carmakers to fit … Read More »
Q&A: Matthew Avery, head of research, Thatcham
Thatcham’s head of research Matthew Avery speaks to Natalie Middleton about the importance of AEB for fleets and the need for differentiation between assisted and automated … Read More »
Thatcham reveals top 10 safest cars
Thatcham Research has named its top 10 safest cars of the year, including fleet staples such as the Vauxhall Insignia and Volvo S90 / V90.
Fleets warned to explain limits of partial automation
Fleets must ensure drivers know the limitations of assisted driving technologies before the benefits to road safety are realised, Thatcham Research has warned.
Prevent keyless entry theft with a few simple measures
Drivers concerned over the growing trend of ‘relay’ car theft are being advised that there are a number of actions they can take to help keep … Read More »
Range Rover Velar awarded five-star Euro NCAP safety rating
Land Rover’s new Range Rover Velar has become the latest SUV to scoop a five-star Euro NCAP rating.
Insurers update rules for handling write-offs
Changes to the way insurers categorise damaged vehicles which are salvaged are to come into effect this weekend (1 October).
Fleets urged to spec vehicles with Autonomous Emergency Braking
Fleets and private drivers are being urged to ensure their new cars are fitted with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) to help cut down on road deaths … Read More »
Transition to autonomous driving could increase accidents in short term, says insurers
UK insurers have expressed concerns that the evolution of automated driving technology could result in a short-term increase in crashes.
Today in Fleet – Wednesday 7 June
All the key news in fleet… Free Venson driver guide answers common questions on ULEVs Venson Automotive Solutions has published a ‘Plug-In Vehicle Guide’ to help give … Read More »
Today in Fleet – Tuesday 6 June
All the key news in fleet… New CTO at Thatcham Research as Andrew Miller leaves Richard Billyeald is to join Thatcham Research as chief technical officer … Read More »
Today in Fleet: Monday 22 May
All the key news in fleet… Triple whammy for UK true fleet market in April The UK’s true fleet market fell 25.1% in April as it … Read More »
