Agreed draft text concerning test procedures for mechanical impact and external short circuit protection.

Working draft for mechanical integrity crush force testing and evaluation for electrolyte leakage, fire, and explosion risks

Presentation of OICA views on the NHTSA, JRC, and Japan input regarding the state-of-charge of the batteries (or other energy storage systems) under electric vehicle safety testing.

US and Canada position on the draft fire exposure test for electric vehicles. Pursuant to Canadian testing, the US and Canada do not see a need for additional testing of electric vehicles (as opposed to ICE vehicles) because the battery and electric systems do not show any cause for special concern in vehicle fires. Battery pack testing could be considered in a later phase in the development of the safety regulation if warranted.

Proposed justifications for inclusion of testing of electric vehicle systems against water infiltration as well as for exemption from such testing.

EVS Task Force 5 includes testing for thermal propagation risks.

OICA proposals for test procedures for thermal propagation.

OICA argument for delaying the establishment of water testing until the “phase 2” development of the electric vehicle safety test cycle.

OICA proposals for battery management system testing.

The isolation monitoring system monitors the isolation resistance of the vehicle system periodically or continuously and warns if isolation loss is detected. Japan proposes this requirement in order to signal problems with isolation so the vehicle can be brought in for service before the failure reaches higher severity where the occupant could receive an electrical shock.

Proposal to include in the testing of REESS physical integrity such vehicle structural elements as may have an impact on test results. In other words, the manufacturer may request protective body elements to be included in the test set up.