100. The representative of the World Blind Union introduced WP.29-167-23 and WP.29-167-28 presenting the concerns of his organization on the recent proposal for a new Regulation on QRTV adopted by GRB in September 2015. He kindly requested further consideration related to the provisions on Audible Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) sound pressure levels, optional installation of AVAS pause switches and sound emissions when stationary.

101. The representative of the United States of America informed WP.29 about the finalization of national legislation and recalled the current work on a UN GTR on QRTV which would provide a basis for global harmonization in this area.

102. The Chair of WP.29 recalled the decision to extend the mandates of both IWGs (see paras 24. and 139.). Therefore, WP.29 agreed to consider the draft proposal for a Regulation on QRTV at its March 2016 session and also agreed to consider later amendments addressing the concerns raised.