Proposal to ensure robust tyre abrasion measurements regardless of the test method used.

Proposal to supersede document GRBP/2025/27 for a new UN Regulation on uniform provisions concerning the approval of tyres with regard to abrasion performance. The regulation establishes scope, definitions, application requirements, marking standards, approval procedures, and technical requirements for class C₁ tyres. It excludes temporary-use spare tyres, competition tyres, ice grip tyres, studded tyres, and certain other tyre categories. Type approval is granted if candidate tyres meet abrasion performance limits measured by one of two methods: vehicle testing on public open roads or indoor drum testing. Abrasion index limits are defined for normal, snow, and special use tyres, with adjustments for specific tyre groups. Requirements include conformity of production verification, penalties for non-conformity, and transitional provisions establishing Stage 1 and Stage 2 implementation timelines with specified dates for mandatory approval.