{"id":243433,"date":"2023-10-29T09:21:39","date_gmt":"2023-10-29T09:21:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=243433"},"modified":"2023-10-29T09:21:39","modified_gmt":"2023-10-29T09:21:39","slug":"top-three-safest-cars-for-older-drivers-unveiled-with-skoda-and-nissan-on-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/top-three-safest-cars-for-older-drivers-unveiled-with-skoda-and-nissan-on-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Top three safest cars for older drivers unveiled with Skoda and Nissan on list"},"content":{"rendered":"

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These are the safest cars for elderly motorists<\/p>\n

The safest cars ideal for older drivers have been unveiled with models from Skoda, Mercedes and Nissan making the top three.<\/p>\n

The list was compiled by insurance expert Saga who stressed that staying safe on the road is a \u201cpriority\u201d for every motorist, particularly those later in life.<\/p>\n

Saga said that motorists will travel \u201cless frequently\u201d as they get older meaning owners would be well within their rights to get something secure.<\/p>\n

They explained: \u201cYou could consider a vehicle with cruise control technology, which limits the car\u2019s speed when required.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cAnd if you\u2019d like to see which vehicles have been highly rated for safety performance, see the Euro NCAP website.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Skoda Fabia<\/h3>\n

The hatchback model secured a five-star Euro NCAP rating when it was tested back in 2021.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The model achieved notable success for its \u201cadult occupant\u201d safety, scoring a whopping 85 percent on the examiner’s tests.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The vehicle is fitted with an advanced eCall system which automatically dials the emergency services in the event of an accident.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Technology is also fitted which offers drivers a range of extra protections in a safety boost.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A ‘Driver Alert\u2019 tool detects tired driving and encourages motorists to pull over. A lane support system also corrects the vehicle when it strays out of the white lines.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Euro NCAP\u2019s safety report said: \u201cThe passenger compartment of the Fabia remained stable in the frontal offset test.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cDummy numbers showed good protection of the knees and femurs of both the driver and passenger. \u0160koda showed that a similar level of protection would be provided to occupants of different sizes and to those sitting in different positions.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Technology is also fitted which offers drivers a range of extra protections in a safety boost.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A ‘Driver Alert\u2019 tool detects tired driving and encourages motorists to pull over. A lane support system also corrects the vehicle when it strays out of the white lines.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Euro NCAP\u2019s safety report said: \u201cThe passenger compartment of the Fabia remained stable in the frontal offset test.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cDummy numbers showed good protection of the knees and femurs of both the driver and passenger. \u0160koda showed that a similar level of protection would be provided to occupants of different sizes and to those sitting in different positions.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Mercedes Benz EQS<\/h3>\n

This model secured the honour of EuroNCAP\u2019s best in executive car class for 2021 after a sublime test.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The futuristic model scored a quite stunning 96 percent on the “adult occupant” test with a 91 percent result on the “child occupant” exam.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The car also features a lane support system which scored an impressive 5.1 out of six while under assessment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The car is also fitted with a speed assistance tool that can quickly determine local limits using a camera and digital mapping.\u00a0<\/p>\n