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EU: New frequency channels for radio equipment for road and urban rail intelligent transport systems.    The EU has published a Draft Commission Implementing Decision, amending Commission Decision (EU) 2020/1426, as regards introducing wider frequency channels in the EU-harmonised 5.9 GHz frequency band for safety-related applications of road intelligent transport systems (ITS).  Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2020/1426 establishes harmonised conditions for the availability and efficient use of the...

USA: General consultation about FMVSS   USA has launched a general consultation about the FMVSS standards. Consistent with the Department’s ongoing commitment to regulatory reform and the advancement of automotive innovation, NHTSA is requesting public comment to identify provisions and test procedures within the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and related regulations that no...

Canada: Various changes to the regulations under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (2026)   Canada has announced various planned changes to the regulations under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (2026). Its transport ministry, Transport Canada, is considering updating the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations, the Motor Vehicle Tire Safety Regulations and the Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems...