Car safety and security | Thatcham Research, the motor insurers’ research centre

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We are the UK’s only ‘not for profit’ insurer funded research centre, and hold a unique position to provide a holistic view of the benefits or shortcomings of new and current vehicle technologies. Our research is at the forefront of vehicle safety, security and repair.

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Thatcham Research news and our insights on car safety and security.

Latest car security ratings released, keyless still an issue

Thatcham Research is helping consumers understand if new cars are vulnerable to the Relay Attack

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Defining Safe Automation consultation paper: download here

Download a copy of the ‘Defining Safe Automation: A framework for regulating Automated Driving’ document here

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Are these the safest cars ever made?

Matthew Avery offers an expert view on the latest cars to go through the world's most exacting testing regime

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