The meeting will address drafting of the new 03 series of amendments, with participants to review and discuss sections 1 to 12 of the draft R40.03, covering scope, definitions, application for approval, approval, specifications and tests, modification of vehicle type, extension of approval, conformity of production, penalties for non-conformity, production discontinuation, technical services details, transitional provisions, and appendices. The base document for drafting is EPPR-73-02.

Proposal to amend UN Regulation No. 40 concerning the approval of motorcycles and mopeds with positive-ignition engines regarding emission of gaseous pollutants by establishing comprehensive specifications and test procedures. The regulation applies to vehicles of categories L₃, L₄ and L₅, defining test requirements including Type I (exhaust emissions after cold start), Type II (tailpipe emissions at idle and free acceleration), and Type VII (energy efficiency). Vehicle sub-classification by engine capacity and maximum speed determines applicable test cycles from the WMTC procedure. Emission limits are specified for carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxides. Conformity of production procedures are detailed with sampling and statistical analysis methods. Transitional provisions permit approvals under preceding series and from two years after entry into force allow refusal of first registration for vehicles not meeting the 03 series requirements.

Draft agenda for the first session of the Task Force on the 03 series of amendments to UN R40, scheduled for 9 October 2026. The session will include welcome remarks, introduction of participants, adoption of the draft agenda, and introduction of the Task Force establishment proposal. IMMA will present an overview of the 02 series of amendments based on UN GTR No. 2. The Task Force Co-Chairs will introduce a proposal on conducting discussions on the 03 series, addressing the regulation progressively with Co-Chairs defining specific sections for analysis at each meeting. The basis for discussions is the draft R40.03 submitted by IMMA. Future Task Force sessions are scheduled before EPPR sessions in November 2026, January 2027, February 2027, and June 2027.

The document outlines the process for developing UN R40.03. It specifies that EPPR7302 (IMMA) draft proposal for UN R40.03 should serve as the basis for discussions and drafting of regulatory texts and provisions. Comments should be submitted in advance, preferably one week before the meeting. Regulatory texts and provisions will be discussed and drafted based on comments and proposals submitted before or during the meeting.