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China: New GB standards for Electronic stability control system (ESC).   China has published two updated standards for Electronic stability control system (ESC). These are: National Standard of the P.R.C., Performance requirements and testing methods for electronic stability control system(ESC) for light-duty vehicles National Standard of the P.R.C., Performance requirements and testing methods for electronic...

EU: New EU Type Approval Regime for Mobile Machinery   Mobile machines and self-propelled equipment that are specifically designed or built to perform work tasks must occasionally or regularly travel on public roads—for example, when moving between job sites. However, these machines are not primarily intended for road use; their core function is to perform...

Canada: New standards for hydrogen vehicles   Transport Canada is currently evaluating the introduction of two new safety standards for hydrogen vehicles under the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations. As the federal authority responsible for vehicle safety, Transport Canada ensures that all new vehicles and equipment meet established safety standards to maintain road safety in Canada....

China: Three new important regulations for vehicle manufacturers in China   China has published three new automotive regulations: Regulations on the Management of New Energy Vehicle Production Enterprises and Product Access Requirements for Access Review of Road Motor Vehicle Production Enterprises Requirements for Access Review of Road Motor Vehicle Product The first one specifies   the  ...

Denmark: New Order on the maximum width, length, height, weight and axle load of vehicles   Denmark has published a new Order on the maximum width, length, height, weight and axle load of vehicles.  It defines the maximum permissible height and total weight of vehicles. This order sets the framework for vehicle dimensions and implements...

EU: Clean Vehicles Directive – reporting template for Member States   Under the Clean Vehicles Directive (Directive 2009/33/EC), EU Member States must report on its implementation every five years. This Implementing Act establishes a standard reporting template for national authorities to use when submitting their reports to the European Commission, aiming to streamline the process...

United Nations: new regulation for emergency lane keeping system and guidance on data storage for automated driving   In a move to leverage advanced technologies for improved road safety, the UNECE World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) has adopted a new regulation concerning Emergency Lane Keeping Systems (ELKS) and approved a guidance document...

Canada: Changes to the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations (MVSR)   Canada has announced planned changes to the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations (MVSR). Transport Canada is considering updating the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations to: remove the month and year from the title of Test Methods incorporated by reference in the MVSR, remove outdated transitional provisions, update...

EU: Last day of consultation on the roadworthiness package   Today marks the final day of the public consultation on the EU Roadworthiness Package. Vehicle roadworthiness inspections are crucial not only for ensuring road safety but also for maintaining vehicles’ environmental performance throughout their lifespan. As vehicles in the EU become increasingly complex due to...