Out of 27 vehicles tested the French hatch was the only one with curtain airbags
The Peugeot 108 was rated tops for safety among entry-level models priced under R200,000. Picture: SUPPLED
The AA’s report does not consider the structural integrity of the driver/passenger compartment but only whether the vehicles are equipped with features such as ABS, stability control and airbags. The Association says it is encouraging that 26 of the 27 vehicles tested are equipped with ABS brakes and have front driver and passenger airbags.
“The large vehicle population and high road fatality figure point to a need for extensive road safety education and the need for better road safety management in the country. They also point to a need for consumers to prioritise safety in the vehicles they purchase. The ELVS Report should serve as a basis for their research,” the AA says.
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