Summary
The centre will use new tools to test batteries, safety systems and big trucks.
Fast cameras will record crash tests to see how cars protect people.
Key Points
3 points1
The Global Automotive Research Centre received about 221 crore rupees for upgrades.
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Upgrades include electric‑vehicle battery testing and advanced safety equipment.
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High‑speed cameras can capture up to 3,000 pictures each second during crash tests.
New Words to Learn
10 wordsinfrastructure
the buildings and equipment needed for a facility
homologation
official approval that a vehicle meets safety standards
electromagnetic
relating to electricity and magnetic forces
passive safety
features like airbags that protect you without you doing anything
advanced driver assistance systems
technology that helps drivers, such as automatic braking
high‑resolution
very clear and detailed images
ultra‑high‑definition
extremely sharp video quality
frames per second
how many pictures a video shows each second
indigenous
made within the country
competitiveness
ability to be as good as other countries
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