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Global Ncap

Also known as: Global New Car Assessment Programme (limited by Guarantee), Towards Zero Foundation

Global NCAP aims to promote public safety and public health, the protection and preservation of human life and the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment. We support and conduct independent research and testing programmes that assess the safety and environmental characteristics of motor vehicles and their comparative performance for the general public.

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Activities & Mission

Global NCAP aims to promote public safety and public health, the protection and preservation of human life and the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment. We support and conduct independent research and testing programmes that assess the safety and environmental characteristics of motor vehicles and their comparative performance for the general public.

Grants

Global Ncap makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Grants paid (2025)
£549,457
Who it helps
other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
the advancement of health or the saving of lives and the environment, conservation, or heritage

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£7,569,365
Latest Expenditure
£6,360,645

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 84.0%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £4,752,428
Charitable Activities £2,815,185
Other Trading £0
Investments £1,752
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £6,360,645
Raising Funds £0
Governance £73,914
Grants to Institutions £549,457
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£7,569,365
£6,360,645£6,360,645£3,341,957£2,265,2002 / 0
2024
£5,808,996
£5,529,124£5,529,124£2,120,299£1,163,0702 / 0
2023
£3,424,394
£4,554,133£4,554,133£1,887,501£1,213,0322 / 0
2022
£4,746,632
£4,368,466£4,368,466£2,944,239£1,813,5952 / 0
2021
£2,532,678
£3,428,339£3,428,339£2,607,909£677,8042 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Global Ncap

What does Global Ncap do?

Global NCAP aims to promote public safety and public health, the protection and preservation of human life and the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment. We support and conduct independent research and testing programmes that assess the safety and environmental characteristics of motor vehicles and their comparative performance for the general public.

How much income did Global Ncap report in 2025?

Global Ncap reported total income of £7.57m and reported expenditure of £6.36m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Global Ncap registered as a charity?

Global Ncap was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 May 2011 as charity number 1141798. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Global Ncap?

Global Ncap is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Global Ncap operate?

Global Ncap operates across 6 areas, including Germany, India, Malaysia and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Global Ncap a registered charity?

Yes — Global Ncap is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141798.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
9 May 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5016634
Charity Number
1141798

Trustees

David John Ward
Dr ADRIAN KEITH LUND
Dr Michiel Van Ratingen
Iain Cameron

Also Known As

  • Global New Car Assessment Programme (limited by Guarantee)
  • Towards Zero Foundation
  • Global Ncap

Data & trust

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9 November 2026
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