Hyundai Grand i10 falls short on safety with a zero stars

Richard Woods, Chief Executive Officer of Global NCAP, said: “It is unacceptable to see the continued double standard on safety in low and middle income countries. Democratising vehicle safety in Africa is a Global NCAP priority, and consumers deserve safer vehicles regardless of where in the world they live.” Bobby Ramagwede, Chief Executive Officer of the Automobile Association of South Africa, said: “These results are deeply concerning and highlight a continuing pattern in which vehicles sold in Africa do not meet the same safety standards applied in other regions. South African motorists deserve better. The Hyundai Grand i10’s zero-star rating reinforces the urgent need for manufacturers to commit to equal safety for all markets. This result underlines why Africa urgently needs stronger regulatory standards and greater manufacturer accountability. The AA believes no vehicle should be sold here without side protection systems and Electronic Stability Control as standard. Safety should never be optional, and certainly not reserved for markets outside Africa.” #forsafervehicles #safercarsforafrica