GAC, Geely, and Leapmotor Earn Top Euro NCAP Ratings, Challenging Doubts About Chinese EVs

Three Chinese automakers — GAC, Geely, and Leapmotor — have secured strong results in the latest round of Euro NCAP safety testing, the European program known for its strict crash and driver-assistance evaluations. The outcomes undercut the persistent claim that Chinese EVs are inherently less safe than established rivals.

The results matter because Euro NCAP’s protocols are widely viewed as some of the toughest in the world, covering adult and child occupant protection, vulnerable road users, and active safety systems. Earning high marks requires more than a single strong crash structure; it reflects engineering across the entire vehicle.

For shoppers who have hesitated over Chinese brands on safety grounds, this gives reason to reassess. The competitive pressure is no longer just about price or range — it now extends to the safety benchmarks that European buyers use to compare vehicles.