The Chair (Japan) reported that his proposal to refocus the ITS Informal Group on automated driving was agreed by WP.29 at its latest session.

OICA stressed the importance of discussing not only the technological aspects of automated driving but also its market demand and acceptability to society.

ITU pointed out that the definition of automation levels differs among the relevant organizations and called for collaboration in jointly developing a uniform definition.

Australia proposed that each Contracting Party carry out an analysis and work efficiently so that the risks would not be left out.

The UK mentioned the social responsibility for automated driving technology. In addition, since this technology contains issues that exceed the scope of WP.29, they emphasized the need to put resources into important issues and develop standards by 2020 in collaboration with related organizations outside of the automotive industry as well.

Germany called for a definition of automation technology and for making such definition uniform internationally. They also proposed developing international standards for automated parking systems.

With regard to refocusing the ITS Informal Group on automated driving, Japan declared that it would amend the ToR and create a work plan for the Informal Group so as to be able to choose its future course.