Proposal to amend para. 3.5.1. of Annex 4 to require the manufacturer to demonstrate to the approval authority that effective processes, methodologies and tools are in place, up to date and being followed within the organization to manage the safety and continued compliance throughout the product lifecycle, and to demonstrate to the approval authority at least every three years that the safety management system continues to comply with these requirements.

Proposal to amend GRVA/2026/13 and the 00 and 01 series of amendments of UN Regulation No. 157, modify the Introduction to remove reference to 60 km/h maximum speed and change “override” to “deactivate”, amend para. 5.1.1. to clarify that the activated system shall be free of unreasonable risks for both vehicle occupants and other road users and shall not cause reasonably foreseeable and preventable collisions, amend para. 10.1.1. to remove reference to foot controls, amend Annex 4 para. 3.5.4. to require manufacturers to report critical incidents to the Type Approval Authority, insert new Annex 4 para. 3.5.4.1. requiring the Type Approval Authority to upload information to DETA within 14 days of receipt, and insert new Annex 7 providing guidance for data exchange via DETA in accordance with para. 3.5.4.1. of Annex 4.

Proposal to insert provisions on software identification and software updates into UN R13, UN R13-H, UN R79, UN R89, UN R130, UN R131, UN R152, UN R155, UN R156, UN R157, UN R171, UN R175, and UN R178 by adding definitions referencing Consolidated Resolution R.E.3 Annex 7, requiring manufacturers to provide Technical Services with information on hardware and software influencing performance, permitting vehicle manufacturers to apply for new approvals differentiating software versions for registered versus new vehicles, clarifying that production discontinuation does not apply when manufacturers seek approval extensions for software updates of registered vehicles, and amending communication forms to include software identification numbers and related information.

Proposal to insert new para. 3.1.1. and 3.1.2. requiring manufacturers to provide information to approval authorities prior to application and upon extension of type approval; insert new para. 3.2.2. requiring manufacturers to provide summaries of safety definitions, driver safety levels, traffic rules assessment, and testing for each territory where ALKS can be active; and insert new paras. 4.6. to 4.6.6. establishing procedures for approvals covering multiple territories, including notification of receiving approval authorities at least 30 days before approval, review periods, and dispute resolution under the 1958 Agreement. OICA and CLEPA do not support mandatory pre-announcement but would support sharing Safe Operation documentation and lists of compliant territories during the approval process.

Proposal to amend UN R13, 13-H, 79, 89, 130, 131, 139, 140, 152, 155, 156, 157, 171, 175, and 178 by introducing provisions on software identification and software updates. Amendments add new paragraphs referring to Software Identification Number definitions in Consolidated Resolution R.E.3, require manufacturers to provide Technical Services with information on hardware and software influencing performance, permit vehicle manufacturers to apply for new approvals differentiating software versions for registered versus new vehicles while avoiding test duplication, and modify production discontinuation provisions to exclude cases where manufacturers seek approval extensions for software updates of registered vehicles.

Proposal to insert new paragraphs 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2.2, and 4.6 to 4.6.6 in UN Regulation No. 157. The manufacturer shall provide approval authorities with a single point of contact, expected granting approval authority, and brief details of the ALKS and its ODD prior to application for approval. The granting approval authority shall inform receiving approval authorities of territories where ALKS can be active and provide specified information at least 30 days before granting approval. Receiving approval authorities may provide comments within 30 days, with disputes resolved per the 1958 Agreement. These provisions apply to both the original version and the 01 series of amendments, referencing WP.29/343.

Proposal to amend Annex 4, paragraph 3.5.4, to require the manufacturer to report critical incidents to the granting type-approval authority, and to insert new paragraph 3.5.4.1 requiring the type approval authority to upload information received from the manufacturer in English language to the secure internet database “DETA” without undue delay but no later than 14 days after receipt. A new Annex 7 provides guidance for data exchange via DETA in accordance with paragraph 3.5.4.1.

Proposal to insert a new paragraph 1.2. stating that this Regulation does not apply to vehicles equipped with an ALKS that has been approved as an ADS feature in accordance with the UN Regulation on the approval of vehicles equipped with an Automated Driving System (i.e., where the ALKS has already been approved under the ADS regulation).

Proposal to amend UN R157, including Annex 4, paragraph 3.5.4, requiring manufacturers to monitor safety-relevant incidents and report critical incidents to type-approval authorities, a new paragraph 3.5.4.1 to require approval authorities to upload remedial action information to the DETA database within 14 days, and a new Annex 7 to provide guidance for authorities on using DETA to exchange incident information.

Proposal to require the approval authority to upload information received from the manufacturer concerning remedial action(s) addressing an ALKS design to the DETA platform and to clarify the use of DETA with regard to ALKS approved under UN R157.

Proposal to reinstate the obligation for the granting approval authority to inform the approval authority of each of each Contracting Party in whose territory the manufacturer intends to deploy the ALKS pending approval before granting the approval (according to Annex 1–Appendix 2).

Proposal to amend the scope to specify that UN R157 would not apply to an ALKS approved as an ADS feature under the forthcoming regulation on Automated Driving Systems.

Proposal to reinstate the obligation for the granting approval authority to inform corresponding authorities of other Contracting Parties before issuing an approval for an ALKS intended to operate within those corresponding markets, including evidence of ALKS competency to comply with the prevailing traffic rules (in accordance with Annex 1-Appendix 2).

Proposal on terminology about the status of the system following an “engine start / run cycle”.

Proposal for terminology about the status of the system following an “engine start / run cycle”, to limit regular lane changes to roads “where it is possible to assess and handle the speed of an approaching vehicle” and to restrict lane changes by heavy vehicles (M₃ and N₃) to roads where the maximum permissible speed of target lane is “limited for all vehicle categories”, and to simplify the original text.

Proposal to simplify the original text.

Proposal to limit regular lane changes to roads “where it is possible to assess and handle the speed of an approaching vehicle” and to restrict lane changes by heavy vehicles (M₃ and N₃) to roads where the maximum permissible speed of target lane is “limited for all vehicle categories”.

Proposal on terminology about the status of the system following an “engine start / run cycle”.

Proposal for terminology about the status of the system following an “engine start / run cycle”.

Proposal for revised provisions concerning initiation of the powertrain and run cycle.

Proposal to prohibit regular lane changes into unlimited speed lanes for heavy vehicles (M₃ and N₃.

Proposal to clarify EMC requirements: "The effectiveness of the system shall not be adversely affected by magnetic or electrical fields. This shall be demonstrated by fulfilling the technical requirements and respecting the transitional provisions of 07 or later series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 10.”

Proposal to clarify the provisions concerning the conditions for automatic re-instatement of the system at the “initiation of each engine start / run cycle”.

Proposal to clarify the conditions for automatic re-instatement of the system at the “initiation of each engine start / run cycle”.

Proposal to clarify EMC requirements: "The effectiveness of the system shall not be adversely affected by magnetic or electrical fields. This shall be demonstrated by fulfilling the technical requirements and respecting the transitional provisions of 07 or later series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 10.” This proposal supersedes document GRVA/2024/3.

Proposal to align UN R79 and UN R157 with UN R152 (AEBS for M1 and N1) regarding the conditions for automatic re-instatement of a system at the “initiation of each engine start / run cycle”.

Proposal to clarify the wording on "“initiation of each engine start/run cycle” relative to automatic re-instatement of the AEBS default status.

Proposal to clarify EMC requirements: "The effectiveness of the system shall not be adversely affected by magnetic or electrical fields both when the ALKS is operational and deactivated. This shall be demonstrated by fulfilling the technical requirements and respecting the transitional provisions of 06 or later series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 10.”

Proposal to align the text with the guidelines on UN regulatory procedures and transitional provisions in UN Regulations (document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/1044/Rev.3). Under the guidelines, a UN Regulation (in this case, UN R157) making reference to the provisions of another UN Regulation (in this case, UN R10) shall not require actual approval to that UN regulation but simply refer to the provisions of that UN Regulation.

Proposal to align the text with the guidelines on UN regulatory procedures and transitional provisions in UN Regulations (document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/1044/Rev.3). Under the guidelines, a UN Regulation (in this case, UN R157) making reference to the provisions of another UN Regulation (in this case, UN R10) shall not require actual approval to that UN regulation but simply refer to the provisions of that UN Regulation.

Proposal to clarify the application of UN R10 on electromagnetic compatibility requirements to ALKS.

Proposal for editorial improvements for clarity and consistency across regulations.

Proposal to clarify that EMC covers ALKS in activated and deactivated state.

Proposal to align the text with the guidelines on UN regulatory procedures and transitional provisions in UN Regulations (document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/1044/Rev.3). Under the guidelines, a UN Regulation (in this case, UN R157) making reference to the provisions of another UN Regulation (in this case, UN R10) shall not require actual approval to that UN regulation but simply refer to the provisions of that UN Regulation.

Proposal to clarify that the occurrence flag to be stored according to paragraph 8.2.1. (n) are linked to the abortion of the lane change manoeuvre rather than to the procedure and to make related clarifications for consistency.

Updated proposal from the UN R157 special interest group to revise provisions concerning DSSAD and data recording/storage.

Proposal from the EDR/DSSAD informal group to clarify that the occurrence flag to be stored according to paragraph 8.2.1. (n) are linked to the abortion of the lane change manoeuvre rather than to the procedure and to make related clarifications for consistency.

Proposal to increase the maximum operational speed to 130 km/h, add lane-change and minimal risk manoeuvre provisions, responsiveness to emergency vehicles, and introduce data collection specifications.

Proposal to increase the maximum operational speed to 130 km/h, add lane-change and minimal risk manoeuvre provisions, responsiveness to emergency vehicles, and introduce additional data collection specifications.

Updates from the UN R157 interest group to its original submission to GRVA.

Proposed amendments consolidated by the Special Interest Group leadership.

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Special Interest Group leadership consolidation of proposed amendments pursuant to the 13th interest group session.

Proposal to increase the maximum operational speed to 130 km/h, add lane-change and minimal risk manoeuvre provisions, responsiveness to emergency vehicles, and introduce data collection specifications.

The proposal is aimed at modifying the text concerning Annex 5 and 6 contained in document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRVA/2022/3 and ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRVA/2022/4

This document is also available with tracked changes.

This document is also available with tracked changes.

Draft comments addressing a question concerning the treatment of conditions or parameters not explicitly listed in requirements but that nonetheless influence system performance.

Draft text prepared by the task force on public road testing.

Proposal prepared by the task force on testing.

Proposal to raise the specified maximum speed of Automated Lane Keeping System (ALKS) up to 130km/h.

Proposal aims at adding the lane change capability to ALKS.

Version with additional comments and mark ups.

This document from the task force on ALKS testing is also available with tracked changes (pdf format | docx format).

Proposal from GRVA to expand the scope to include N category vehicles and to apply the minimum performance for service braking systems (5 m/s²) as required in the 11 series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 13, for vehicles of the Categories M2, M3, N2 and N3 and to clarify provisions for ALKS response to emergency vehicles and interpretation of the term ‘detectable collision’.

Proposal by SIG to raise the specified maximum speed of Automated Lane Keeping System (ALKS) up to 130 km/h. It is based on ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRVA/2020/32 (submitted by Germany)

Proposal from the EDR/DSSAD informal working group to amend the DSSAD data storage provisions to include heavy vehicles.

Proposal for extension of the scope of UN R157 to include medium and heavy vehicles.

Proposal regarding the ALKS forward detection range within the context of raising the specified maximum speed of ALKS up to 130 km/h.

Proposal for amendments to the draft text aimed at raising the specified maximum speed of ALKS up to 130 km/h.

Proposal for amendments to the draft text aimed at permitting lane-change capabilities for ALKS.

Proposals regarding DSSAD provisions.

Proposal aims at adding the lane change capability to ALKS

Proposes to raise the specified maximum speed of Automated Lane Keeping System (ALKS) up to 130 km/h