Euro NCAP has announced that DEKRA and TRANSPOLIS have been accredited for Euro NCAP active safety testing, formally joining its network of approved testing facilities around Europe. These facilities will build on existing expertise to successfully deliver consumer testing of passenger cars, vans, and trucks.

DEKRA, operating from its advanced Technology Centre at Lausitzring near Dresden in Germany and TRANSPOLIS, located in the Lyon region of France, bring extensive know-how and experience to Euro NCAP. 

DEKRA, with its long-established history in testing and validating automotive components and vehicles, offers state-of-the-art facilities, including test tracks capable of accommodating the high-speed requirements for heavy vehicle testing. 

TRANSPOLIS, with its strong expertise in road safety including infrastructures, passengers, and vehicles began vehicle testing activities in 2018 with a brand new facility and since 2024, has been making an important contribution to testing in Euro NCAP’s heavy truck rating scheme.

These laboratories are particularly valuable for Euro NCAP’s growing heavy truck safety programme, addressing the increasing demand for rigorous testing in this sector. DEKRA and TRANSPOLIS join Euro NCAP’s network of 11 other accredited testing centres spread across Europe, enhancing its ability to deliver independent, high-quality, and reliable assessments across all vehicle categories.  

Dr. Michiel van Ratingen, Secretary General Euro NCAP said, “It is with great pleasure that we welcome TRANSPOLIS and DEKRA to Euro NCAP’s trusted network of safety assessment laboratories. Both have showcased outstanding dedication to advancing vehicle safety across a variety of categories. Their top-tier facilities and expertise will be instrumental as Euro NCAP expands its programme and addresses the evolving challenges of vehicle safety.”