Status of the 1998 Agreement of the global registry and of the compendium of candidates – Situation on priorities and proposals to develop UN GTRs as of 5 March 2021.

This document consolidates the work accomplished by the Informal Working Group on Validation Methods for Automated Driving to date to develop the NATM.

Proposal to replace “markings” by “approval mark” in paragraph 4.4.1. to clearly specify the intended application of the provision (i.e., to the approval mark, not to all markings).

Presentation of the master working document prepared by the co-chair from Japan of the informal working group on Validation Methods for Automated Driving (VMAD) under its program to develop a New Assessment/Test Method (NATM) for evaluation of Automated Driving System safety.

Report from the US co-chair of the EDR/DSSAD informal working group.

Summary prepared by the WP.29 secretary concerning activities related to ADS and ADAS.

Inquiry from the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership (EUROMED) group of countries. Along with the 27 EU member states, 16 Southern Mediterranean, African and Middle Eastern countries are members: Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Mauritania, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, the Palestinian Authority, Syria, Tunisia and Turkey.

Presentation from the Inland Transport Committee concerning a program support by the UN Road Safety Fund.

Proposal for amendments that allows for tyre marking methods other than moulding.

Proposal to clarify UN R41 and introduce provisions to improve testing to be more representative of real-world operation by expanding the scope of test and to align the Regulation with ISO 10844:2014, replacing provisions from ISO 10844:1998 (and proposing a clearer image for Figure 1).

Proposal to align the 04 series of amendments with ISO 10844:2014, replacing provisions from ISO 10844:1998 (and proposing a clearer image for Figure 1).

Proposal to

1. Change the definition of the tyre size designation by including prefixes and suffixes as well as the code for the tyre structure
2. Clarify the use of sizes listed in Annex 5
3. Move the definition of “reinforced” into a paragraph that is not subordinated to the definition of “Structure of a tyre”
4. Correct references and typographical errors
5. Rearrange paragraphs and amendments in order to increase readability
6. Delete an unnecessary cross-reference to UN Regulation No. 54
7. Change the definition of “bias-belted”
8. Amend the definition of “snow tyres” by replacing “ordinary (road-type) tyres” (which is not defined) by “normal tyre”, removing the note that snow tyres generally have more widely spaced ribs or blocks
9. Include a general provision addressing the gap between the effective date of entry into force and the date of notification of the adoption of the Supplement to the Contracting Parties
10. Keep the restriction of measurement of overall diameter after load/speed test only to diagonal tyres (For radial the variation of outer diameter of the tyre, measured six hours after the load/speed performance test as specified in paragraph 2 of Annex 7, is far below ±3.5 per cent from the outer diameter as measured before the test.)
11. Remove use of the word “moulding”
12. Resolve conflicting provisions in Annex 2 concerning the minimum size of the approval mark
13. Clarify that mounting motorcycle tyres on motorcycle rims is the standard configuration and that “M/C” marking is optional for the sizes listed in Annex 5.

Proposal for alternative language regarding markings to avoid use of the term “moulded” which could be interpreted as a technical design restriction and to add a reference to “log-skidder” tyres.

1. Improve the reproducibility of the test method (in alignment with ISO 23671)
2. Include maximum load and pressure information per ASTM F2493-19
3. Update the test report templates accordingly
4. Remove the limitation for “moulded” markings
5. Transition from SRTT14 to SRTT16
6. Align track friction requirements for track characterization per the transition
7. Clarify vehicle selection provisions
8. Introduce transitional provisions

Proposal to align the acceptance criterion listed in the table in Annex 8, paragraph 3, with the negative rating criterion listed in paragraph 5 (c): total loss of inflation pressure within one minute. This change clarifies that only a complete decrease in the pressure in the tyre due to its depressurization is a negative evaluation criterion when conducting an impact test.

Proposal to align with the provisions of European Union Regulation 2019/2144 and to introduce the TPMS requirements for all vehicle categories.

Text prepared by the experts of TF TPMSTI in order to align with the provisions of European Union Regulation 2019/2144 and to introduce the TPMS requirements for all vehicle categories, including trailers. The proposal addresses the communication interface protocol of TPMS between towing and towed vehicles of categories N2, N3 and O3, O4, respectively (described in Annex 5 on the basis of the ISO bus requirements) in alignment with UN R13 and ISO updates. The proposal further corrects and clarifies provisions across TPMS, TPRS and CTIS.

Proposal to align with the provisions of European Union Regulation 2019/2144 and to introduce the tyre installation requirements for all vehicle categories.

Proposal to introduce provisions for approving single vehicles involved in modular vehicle combinations, e.g. towing trailers, “road trains” and requirements for endurance braking systems for vehicles equipped with an electric regenerative endurance braking system.

Proposal to improve the uniformity of requirements for stop lamp illumination with regard to various types of braking systems, including those of electric vehicles.

Proposal to amend Annex 8 (Test requirements for Corrective and Automatically Commanded Steering Functions (ACSF)), paragraph 3.5. (Tests for ACSF of Category C) in order to clarify that enabling of the system as part of the test procedure is only necessary when the system is not yet enabled.

Proposal to improve the Appendix 2 Annex 3 for assessing robustness against false reaction, to introduce new provisions for automatic deactivation of AEBS, and to improve the text in other instances.

Proposal to improve the Appendix 2 Annex 3 for assessing robustness against false reaction, to introduce new provisions for automatic deactivation of AEBS, and to improve the text in other instances.

Proposal to introduce provisions under a car-to-bicycle test scenario.

Proposal to allow the use of free form mirrors as an alternative to spherical mirrors.

Proposal to introduce the new filling unit profile “J15” as specified in ISO 19825 and to align with the same standard the naming of Euro filling unit.

Proposal to amend the transitional provisions of UN Regulation No. 67 and clarify the validity of type approvals according 01 series of this regulation for components not affected by modifications introduced by 02 series of amendments.

Proposal to extend specifications for defrosting/demisting conductors outside zone A where applicable.

Proposal to ensure the recognition of approvals according to the new regulations created pursuant to the splitting of UN R116 into three new UN Regulations.

Proposal to ensure the recognition of the approvals according to the new regulations created by splitting UN R116 into three separate regulations.

Proposal to ensure the recognition of the approvals according to the new regulations created from splitting UN R116 into three separate regulations.

Proposal to introduce provisions for alarm initiation based on a reference temperature, to amend provisions on the opening of all power-operated doors, to improve safety instructions, and to ensure that the vehicle remains stopped while lifts or ramps are being used.

Proposal to clarify that adhesive agents should not exacerbate the burning behavior of materials or components. The manufacturer should list the adhesives used in construction.

Proposal to clarify the height requirements for the installation of the dipped-beam headlamp, reversing lamp and rear fog lamp for vehicles of category G (designed for off-road use).

Proposal to clarify the height requirements for the installation of the dipped-beam headlamp, reversing lamp and rear fog lamp for vehicles of category G (designed for off-road use).

Proposal to add a reference to the installation parameters (illumination levels, maximum gradient value, angles of visibility and light incidence angle) of the licence plate illumination lamps determined during their type approval process, to clarify the height requirements for the installation of the dipped-beam headlamp, reversing lamp and rear fog lamp for vehicles of category G (designed for off-road use), to clarify use of the term "electronic light source control gear”, to correct paragraph numbering, and to re-introduce provisions that were omitted by mistake in previous amendments.

Proposal to add a reference to the installation parameters (illumination levels, maximum gradient value, angles of visibility and light incidence angle) of the licence plate illumination lamps determined during their type approval process, to clarify the height requirements for the installation of the dipped-beam headlamp, reversing lamp and rear fog lamp for vehicles of category G (designed for off-road use), to clarify use of the term "electronic light source control gear”, to correct paragraph numbering and to re-introduce provisions that were omitted by mistake in previous amendments.

Proposal to correct cross references to definitions as modified by Supplement 2 to the 02 series of amendments.

Proposal to correct cross references to definitions as modified by Supplement 2 to the 02 series of amendments.

Proposal to correct some long-standing editorial errors that might create confusion as well as to clarify the definition of the “on” time for a group of flashes.

Proposal to correct the installation provisions of passing and driving beams for mopeds.

Proposal to correct the installation provisions of passing and driving beams for mopeds.

Proposal to introduce into the 01 series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 86 references to the three new simplified UN Regulations on Light-Signalling Devices (No. 148), Road Illumination Devices (No. 149) and Retro-Reflective Devices (No. 150) and to make corrections.

Proposal to correct errors in UN R98 identified during the transposition of its provisions into UN R149.

Proposal to correct errors identified in UN R98 during the transposition of its provisions into UN R149.

Proposal to correct an error introduced by the 01 series of amendments to UN R113 when angular coordinates were introduced instead of dimensions in mm with screen at 25 m. The same correction applies to the 02 and 03 series of amendments to UN R113 and to UN R149. The proposal also corrects Annex 3, Figure C of UN R113 where the description of the zone 1 is not in line with the photometric requirements set in paragraph 6.2.5.2. which defines the horizontal angles to 5° to the left and 5° to the right. Similarly, the proposal corrects Annex 4, Figure A4-IX of UN R149 where the description of the zone 1 is not in line with the photometric requirements set in paragraph 5.4.4.2. Table 34 which defines the horizontal angles to 5° to the left and 5° to the right for the class BS headlamps.

Proposal to correct an error introduced by the 01 series of amendments to UN R113 when angular coordinates were introduced instead of dimensions in mm with screen at 25 m. The same correction applies to the 02 and 03 series of amendments to UN R113 and to UN R149. The proposal also corrects Annex 3, Figure C of UN R113 where the description of the zone 1 is not in line with the photometric requirements set in paragraph 6.2.5.2. which defines the horizontal angles to 5° to the left and 5° to the right. Similarly, the proposal corrects Annex 4, Figure A4-IX of UN R149 where the description of the zone 1 is not in line with the photometric requirements set in paragraph 5.4.4.2. Table 34 which defines the horizontal angles to 5° to the left and 5° to the right for the class BS headlamps.

Proposal to correct an error introduced by the 01 series of amendments to UN R113 when angular coordinates were introduced instead of dimensions in mm with screen at 25 m. The same correction applies to the 02 and 03 series of amendments to UN R113 and to UN R149. The proposal also corrects Annex 3, Figure C of UN R113 where the description of the zone 1 is not in line with the photometric requirements set in paragraph 6.2.5.2. which defines the horizontal angles to 5° to the left and 5° to the right. Similarly, the proposal corrects Annex 4, Figure A4-IX of UN R149 where the description of the zone 1 is not in line with the photometric requirements set in paragraph 5.4.4.2. Table 34 which defines the horizontal angles to 5° to the left and 5° to the right for the class BS headlamps.

Proposal to correct errors identified in UN R123 during the transposition of its provisions into UN R149.

Proposal to correct errors identified in UN R123 during the transposition of its provisions into UN R149.

Proposal to remove direction indicator lamps of categories 11 and 12 from the list of lamps required to fulfill n-1 failure requirements of UN R50 and to restore an extra requirement for reversing lamps found in UN R23 but unintentionally omitted from the original text.

Proposals to:

1. Rename the element “Segment I C to D” in Table 8
2. Amend the luminous intensity requirements in Table 9, Part B
3. Correct Annex 7, paragraph 2.1.2.2.1. (a)
4. Correct errors transposed from UN R98 and R123:
   • Rename “E_max R/L” in Table 8
   • Change Annex 7, paragraph 1. d)
5. Correct the omission of the UN R123 provision for detection of failure of a light source and/or a LED module in an Adaptive Front Lighting System
6. Correct Annex 4, Figure A4-IX of UN R149 where the description of the zone 1 is not in line with the photometric requirements set in paragraph 5.4.4.2. Table 34 which defines the horizontal angles to 5° to the left and 5° to the right for the class BS headlamps

Proposal for editorial improvements to Annex 24, corrections to the sample illustrations for approval marks, and to re-align the requirements of UN R150 with those of the frozen UN Regulations Nos. 3, 27, 69, 70 and 104.

Proposal to establish a new UN Regulation dedicated to the approval of the fitting of devices against unauthorized use, and of vehicles equipped with devices against unauthorized use, pursuant to splitting UN R116 into three separate regulations.

Proposal to create a new UN Regulation on uniform technical prescriptions concerning approval of immobilizers and approval of a vehicle with regard to its immobilizer, pursuant to splitting UN R116 into three separate regulations.

Proposal to create a new UN Regulation on uniform provisions concerning the approval of a vehicle alarm system and approval of a vehicle with regard to its vehicle alarm system, pursuant to splitting the UN R116 into three separate regulations.

Proposal to clarify and update RE5, including

1. to introduce a new light emitting diode (LED) substitute light source category H11/LED/6 for road illumination applications
2. to measure luminous flux and references to the internal shield for applicable filament light source categories
3. to add specifications for H7, H8/H8B, H11/H11B, H16/H16B and H18 light source categories with respect to the “g” parameter
4. to add a definition for light centre and associated amendment to the specification of the LR4 light source category
5. the use restriction for light emitting diode (LED) light source categories LW2, LW3, and LW5
6. specifications for Lx3, LR4 and Lx5 light source categories with respect to the cap/holder interface
7. specifications for specifications for LR1, LW2, L3, LR4, L5, and L1/6 light source categories with respect to test voltage
8. correcting some details of light source category specifications in the Consolidated Resolution on the common specification of light source categories, and
9. administrative updates of IEC cap sheet references in light source category specifications.

Proposal for a Mutual Resolution under the 1958 and 1998 Agreements concerning provisions and harmonized test procedures for the maximum measurement of Ceramic Printed Area (CPA) of each single toughened safety glass pane of a Panoramic Sunroof Glazing, which is touchable from inside the passenger area.

Proposal to clarify provisions of the headform tests of UN GTR No. 9.

Review of the work behind the proposal to clarify GTR 9, in particular concerning the definition of the headform testing/contact area for measurement purposes.

Proposal to correct errors in the text and to clarify provisions based on Amendment 6 to UN GTR No. 15.

Proposal to correct errors in the text and to clarify provisions based on Amendment 6 to UN GTR No. 15.

Proposal to add data elements to the Regulation on Event Data Recorders.

Proposal for a document to assist with the implementation of the new UN Regulation on cybersecurity management.

The purpose of this document is to help clarify the requirements of paragraph 7 and Annex 1 of the UN Regulation on uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regards to software update and software updates management system (ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2020/80) and provide information on what may be used to evidence those requirements.