FLEETDRIVE
“ Mistakes do happen , but today ’ s collision avoidance technologies can help turn a negative into a positive ”
Safer cars save lives and beyond that there is the reduction in repair costs and having your assets out of action . While that remains true , ANCAP Safety is keen to remind fleets that no matter what technology you have within your fleet vehicles – the driver still remains the most crucial asset to improving overall road safety .
“ Cars fitted with these active safety systems don ’ t make a car ‘ driverless ’. We must still appreciate that these systems are there to assist a driver , not replace them ,” Ms Robson said .
“ They are driver assistance technologies . But the driver always remains responsible and needs to remain in control of the vehicle at all times ”
Part of ANCAP ’ s campaign pitch is to broaden fleet and consumer views on the scope of ANCAP testing and how drivers can use the ratings guide more effectively to broaden their scope when purchasing new vehicles .
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