Euro NCAP has named the safest cars of 2024

Experts summed up the results of crash tests of electric cars, crossovers, sedans, and family cars. In addition, experts highly praised the level of security of the first battery-powered pickup truck, which successfully passed tests. It is noteworthy that the palm among “electric trains” was unexpectedly won by a Chinese-made model, beating numerous competitors.

The Zeekr X crossover won in the “Safest Electric Vehicle” category. According to the results of numerous crash tests, the Chinese model beat out the Porsche Macan EV, Toyota C-HR, Volvo EX30, as well as the Cupra Tavascan and Xpeng G6. In addition, Zeekr X was recognized as the best car in the small crossover class.

Look at the safest car according to the Chinese. In the United States, they may begin to redesign cars for the sake of safety. In Russia, the first regional road safety rating has appeared.

Experts named the Mazda CX-80 the safest large SUV. In the ranking of secure large family cars, the leaders were Skoda Superb and Volkswagen Passat. Experts also praised the safety of the Chinese Maxus eTerron 9, which became the first all-electric pickup truck to pass Euro NCAP crash tests. The absolute winner, regardless of category, was the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

The day before, experts named the finalists of the World Car of the Year competition. This year, at the final stage, the jury selects from a dozen cars.

The most dangerous cars: models that failed crash tests