In a groundbreaking achievement, Tata Motors, India’s foremost automobile brand, has once again proven its commitment to safety on Indian roads. The company’s flagship SUV, the new Safari, and the trendsetting premium SUV, the Harrier, have made history by securing the first-ever 5-star rating in both adult and child occupant protection categories from the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat-NCAP).
A Testament to Safety Standards
The Bharat-NCAP is India’s independent safety performance evaluation protocol, setting the benchmark for global standards. The Hon’ble Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari ji, commended Tata Motors for this achievement, emphasizing Bharat-NCAP as India’s atmanirbhar (self-reliant) voice on vehicle safety.
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Minister’s Delight and Congratulations
Expressing his delight, Shri Nitin Gadkari ji stated, “I’m delighted that the first-ever vehicles being certified today with the highest achievable 5-star rating are both from Tata Motors. I congratulate them on the award of this coveted certification with the highest possible ratings and for continuing to enrich their legacy of introducing the safest vehicles on Indian roads.”
Tata Motors’ Commitment to Safety
Mr. Shailesh Chandra, MD of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., highlighted the significance of Bharat-NCAP in empowering customers to make informed decisions about vehicle safety. He reiterated Tata Motors’ commitment to safety, acknowledging the collaborative efforts of the government, regulatory bodies, and the automotive industry.
Prominent Safety Features
The new Safari and Harrier come equipped with advanced safety features, including:
- 7 airbags with 6 as standard across personas
- Electronic Stability Control as standard
- 3-point seatbelts in all rows
- Seat Belt Reminder for all passengers
- Isofix tethers
- Seatbelts with Retractor, Pretensioner, Load Limiter (RPLL), and anchor pretensioner
- Reinforced cabin structure for symmetric crash performance and side pole impact
Safest Vehicles on Indian Roads
Built on the OMEGARC architecture, derived from Land Rover’s renowned D8 Platform, the powerful and stylish Safari and Harrier SUVs also hold the highest 5-star GNCAP rating, solidifying their position as the safest vehicles on Indian roads.
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