Document Number GRSG-108-43/Rev.1
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Document title Review of the legal EU framework on masses and dimension
Date 5 May 2015

Notice from the European Commission of Directive (EU) 2015/719 concerning permissible vehicle masses and dimensions that will result in mandatory revisions to the EU type approval legislation during 2016.

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GRSG | Session 108 | 4-8 May 2015

69. The expert from EC introduced GRSG-108-43-Rev.1 on the review of the legal EU framework on masses and dimension aiming at allowing in international traffic longer trucks provided that their aerodynamic/fuel consumption performances as well as their safety were improved, and specifically to foster aerodynamic flaps at the rear of trailers/trucks as well an enhanced protection of pedestrians/cyclists. He said he would keep GRSG informed about the progress within the EU on this subject.