Thatcham
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Manufacturer News 20 Jun‘Poor’ keyless security rating for DS, Mazda, Toyota and Volvo
Lack of protection against theft from keyless entry ‘relay attacks’ results in ‘Poor’ security ratings for DS3 Crossback, Mazda 3, Toyota Rav-4 and Volvo S60
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Fleet200 News 5 DecDriver assistance technology must be capped or drivers could ‘disengage’
Thatcham is campaigning to stop the gradual introduction of driver assistance technology for fears it could lead to drivers “disengaging” and road safety “dropping off a cliff”.
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Manufacturer News 7 MarManufacturers stall on standard-fit AEB, Thatcham Research data suggests
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) is only standard on 7% of Ford, 14% of Vauxhall, 14% of Kia and 16% of Audi cars available in UK showrooms today.
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Latest Fleet News 4 DecThatcham offers security tips to counter keyless car 'relay-attack' thieves
Thatcham is offering tips to help drivers battle the recent spate of ‘relay attack’ thefts targeting keyless entry systems on vehicles in the UK.
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Manufacturer News 30 NovThatcham Research commends manufacturers for latest Euro NCAP performance
The month’s second set of Euro NCAP crash testing results have been released, with all eight vehicles achieving five-star ratings.
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Fleet Industry News 6 NovInsurers set out criteria for what makes an automated vehicle 'automated'
UK insurers have set out minimum criteria for a vehicle's automated systems to clarify what a vehicle should be capable of doing to deserve the title 'automated'.
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Manufacturer News 28 Jun
ADAS technology contributes to 32% rise in vehicle repair costs
Thatcham has formed a working group with vehicle manufacturers to urgently address spiralling repair costs associated with collision avoidance.
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Manufacturer News 6 JunThatcham calls for new thinking to halt spiralling cost of repair
With the average repair bill rising by 32% in the past three years, concerns are mounting around the challenge of repairing ADAS, new materials and a lack of skills.
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Fleet Industry News 23 MayThatcham Research to give visitors a glimpse of the 'bodyshop of the future'
Influencers and future talent are set to join Thatcham Research on Tuesday, June 6, to get to grips with industry challenges, encompassing repair, skills and leadership.
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Manufacturer News 2 FebThatcham Research celebrates 20 years of Euro NCAP testing
Thatcham Research is urging car buyers to only choose models with a five-star Euro NCAP rating as it celebrates 20 years of crash testing in the UK.
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Fleet Industry News 25 NovInsurers push for access to autonomous car data
ABI and Thatcham Research are calling for new legislation to provide data to insurers from crashed autonomous cars.
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Manufacturer News 26 OctThatcham calls for manufacturers to make active safety technologies a top priority
Thatcham Research has called for manufacturers to achieve the maximum five-star Euro NCAP rating as standard after the Fiat Tipo was awarded three stars.
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Manufacturer News 28 SepFive-star NCAP ratings for new cars but Thatcham criticises optional fit
Thatcham Research has welcomed the addition of two more Euro NCAP five star performers, the Peugeot 3008 and Mercedes E Class but criticised optional fit safety equipment.
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Fleet Industry News 8 AugThatcham launches Code of Practice for ADAS recalibration
A Code of Practice has been introduced that provides clear guidance on the recalibration of safety technology during the fitment windscreens.
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Fleet Industry News 29 JulThatcham issues voluntary code of conduct for ADAS recalibration
Thatcham Research has issued a voluntary code of practice to provide guidance on the recalibration of safety technology during the replacement of windscreens.
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Manufacturer News 6 JulThatcham Research urges manufacturers to make AEB standard on best-selling cars
Eight of Britain's top 10 best-selling cars offer five-star Euro NCAP rating, but autonomous emergency braking is available as standard on only half of them.
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Manufacturer News 22 JunManufacturers praised for levels of safety technology on new models
Thatcham has praised manufacturers including Alfa Romeo and Seat for the high levels of safety technology and AEB fitted to its two new models as standard.
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Fleet Industry News 4 MayAutonomous cars will cause radical restructuring of motor insurance industry
The motor insurance industry faces a period of radical restructuring as a result of the advent of autonomous cars, says Volvo Cars and Thatcham Research.
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Fleet Industry News 24 MarThatcham calls for manufacturers to provide AEB as standard equipment
Thatcham Research has called on car manufacturers to voluntarily commit to fitting autonomous emergency braking as standard to all new vehicles.
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Accident Management 28 JanSafety: What makes a car a five-star Euro NCAP safety winner?
Many fleets use the Euro NCAP star rating system to influence their choice of company cars. Christopher Smith investigates how it works – and how changing technology has shaped the testing procedure
