60. The secretary of the informal group on EVE introduced GRPE-66-38, reporting on recent meetings and the development of the regulatory reference guide. He gave details on the review of a questionnaire, the use of definitions, the involvement of OICA in the review process and the drafting phase. He underlined the importance of coordination with other GRPE working groups, mentioning specifically the VPSD, WLTP, HDH and EPPR. The group is now considering potential regulatory gaps concerning vehicle energy efficiency and range, battery performance and durability. Regulatory incentives, standards, and electric vehicle charging will also be included in the guide. Having invited stakeholders to submit information that can contribute to the improvement of the recommendations, he concluded with a brief overview on the forthcoming meetings and activities of the group.

61. GRPE acknowledged the progress made by the group.