Sets new benchmark in Safety with highest ever rating for a body-on-frame SUV
Chandigarh,sunitashastri: Mahindra & Mahindra, part of the USD 19.4 billion Mahindra Group, today announced that its legendary SUV, the All-New Thar has been awarded the 4-Star Safety Rating by Global NCAP. The All-New Thar has set a new benchmark in safety with highest ever rating for a body-on-frame SUV tested by Global NCAP so far. Infact, All-New Thar has scored highest point in child safety in cars tested by Global NCAP so far.Commenting on this achievement, Velusamy R, Chief of Global Product Development, Automotive Division, M&M Ltd., said, “This is a proud moment for Mahindra as the 4-star rating for the All-New Thar reiterates our unstinted commitment towards safety. It has achieved a robust GNCAP 4-Star rating, which is a first in its segment with highest points in child safety amongst all cars tested by Global NCAP so far.”Mr. Velusamy further added, “The All-New Thar is designed keeping the safety of our customers as the top-most priority, including Adult & Child safety. Infact the entire safety simulation and development of the All-New Thar was done at Mahindra Research Valley, Chennai. I am sure that this recognition will further make it a popular choice amongst our consumers”. The official Global NCAP test for the All-New Thar was conducted in Germany recently.In its all-new avatar, the Thar is a quantum leap in terms ofperformance, everyday comfort & convenience, technology and safety, as it stays true to its core promise ofunmatched off-roading capability and builds on its iconic design. The company has successfully retained the iconic design, proportions, off-road capability, top options and still achieved high safety in the All-New Thar. It is equipped with an excellent range of active & passive safety features to keep all passengers secure.
The passive and active safety features offered in the All-New Thar include-Electronic Stability Programme with Anti-Rollover Protection
· Crash-safety compliant vehicle structure (body and chassis)
· Dual Airbags
· ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Hydraulic Brake Assist
· 3-Point Seat Belts for Rear Passengers
· ISOFIX Mounts for Child Seats on Rear Seats
· Panic Braking Signal during Emergency Braking
· Built-in Roll-cage for Overhead Protection in case of a Rollover
· Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
· Seat Belt Reminder
· Speed Sensing Auto Locking Front Door Locks
· Vehicle Over-speed Audio Warning
· Hill Hold & Hill Descent Control for tackling Steep Slopes
Rear Parking Sensors
At Mahindra, safety is at the very heart of all its vehicles.
