GRSP-TF-AVRS-27-04
Status of work on a new UN Regulation for Y-category vehicle crash safety
Source(s)
EC
Date
30 Jun 2026
Status
Subject
Meeting(s)

A new UN Regulation is being drafted for N1vehicles of category Y (vehicles equipped with an automated driving system, not capable of manual driving exceeding 6 km/h, and not designed to carry occupants). The draft incorporates crash safety requirements from UN R94, UN R95, UN R137, and UN R153. Draft version 5 adds provisions for simplified approval procedures for previously approved vehicles, references UN R137 for vehicles between 2,500 and 3,500 kg, and clarifies B pillar references. Open issues include confirming non-applicability of lateral collision partial tests and clarifying which simplified procedures are permitted.

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