Consumer information programs around the world hold out the promise to assist consumers in vehicle purchase decisions by providing information on comparative safety features and performance. Programs in Japan, Australia, Europe, and the U.S. have been in place for many years. A primary focus of these programs has been to influence safety performance beyond what is regulated. However, none of these programs, individually or collectively, are providing the quality of information that consumers deserve or assuring that real world safety improvements for consumers are achieved.