Proposal for transitional provisions concerning the electronic stability control telltale and approval markings related to UN R121.

This is a revised version of the proposal by the Gaseous Fueled Vehicles (GFV) informal group to redefine the class of bi-fuel vehicles under UN R115 in order to permit the simultaneous use of gas and petrol while in gas mode.

Progress report of the informal group working on heavy-duty dual-fuel vehicle provisions in UN Regulations 49, 85, and 115.

Status report of the HDDF task force for presentation to the Working Party on Pollution and Energy during its 63rd session.

GFV informal group draft of proposed amendments aimed at redefining the class of bi-fuel vehicles to permit the
simultaneous use of gas and petrol in gas mode. This draft was submitted to the Working Party on Pollution and Energy for its 63rd session as document GRPE-63-06.

This submission from the International
Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) proposes to improve UN R107 provisions concerning the accessibility of pushchairs or prams in coaches and buses.

France submitted this proposal to clarify the provisions for bumpers of vehicle types complying with the performances requirements specified in the new UN Regulation on pedestrian protection. This document is based on informal document GRSG-101-24.

The European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) proposes changes to the Dutch proposal (GRSG/2011/23) that would enable the replacement of mirrors by camera monitor systems. This document is based on informal document GRSG-101-03.

Japan submitted this proposal to clarify the
requirements of the Regulation on rear underrun protection devices. This proposal is based on informal document GRSG-101-10-Rev.1.

France submitted this document which modifies informal document GRSG-101-25.

The WP.29 secretariat submitted this proposal in order to update references to international standards in the UN R67.

The Czech Republic submitted this proposal to
clarify the provisions on resistance to ageing in the UN R67.

The Czech Republic submitted this proposal to
clarify the general test provisions in the Regulation, mainly those on fuel rail.

This proposal aims at providing a simple solution applicable to all automatic functions, avoiding the repetition for all automatic systems of the exercise initiated with document GRSG/2011/06 for headlamps.

This proposal from Japan is a modified version of GRSG/2011/31, which was submitted for the purpose of preventing road accidents due to the inability of drivers of vehicles with an extremely high eye point to view small vehicles (e.g. motorcycles) in front.

Agenda for the third meeting of the Task Force on Liquefied Natural Gas vehicles (a subgroup of the Informal Group on Gaseous Fueled Vehicles).

Working draft of the proposed revisions to UN R110 to incorporate provisions concerning liquefied natural gas vehicles. This draft integrates changes pursuant to the LNG-2 meeting of 3 November 2011.

Report from the January 17, 2012 session of the Gaseous-Fuelled Vehicles Informal Group.

Report from the 5th session of the informal working group on Automated Connections between Vehicles working on language to integrate such systems within UN R13 (heavy-duty braking) and UN R55 (mechanical couplings).

UN R107 requires the installation of driver seat with suspension systems. This IRU proposal, based on the earlier informal proposal GRSG-99-22, would exempt Class I urban buses from this requirement in UN R107.

Second version of provisions under development for liquefied natural gas pumps. The proposals are part of the larger effort to address LNG systems within UN R110.

Draft agenda for the sixth session of the informal group on Automated Connections between Vehicles.

Working draft of the proposed amendment to UN R13 intended to enable the type approval of fully automatic coupling systems that do not use ISO 7638 connectors.

Draft agenda for the fourth meeting of the Informal Group on Plastic Glazing.

Supporting document for discussions on the introduction of plastic glazing provisions into UN R43.

Table of equivalence developed by the Plastic Glazing informal group pursuant to round robin testing of glass and plastic glazing under Taber, sand drop, and Amtec-Kistler methods. Also refers to spray test.

Presentation reviewing test methods for plastic windscreens as part of deliberations on the introduction of plastic glazing provisions into UN R43.

Draft agenda for the joint meeting of the Informal Group on Gaseous Fuel Vehicles
and its Heavy Duty Dual-Fuel Task Force.

GFV overview of existing emission definitions applicable to light and heavy duty vehicles in EU and UNECE legislation, including certain definitions currently (February 2012) under discussion, in order to identify possible inconsistencies.

Comments from Poland on the Gaseous Fueled Vehicles (GFV) informal group proposal to redefine the class of bi-fuel vehicles under UN R115 in order to permit the simultaneous use of gas and petrol while in gas mode.

Position of Japan concerning the further development of the International Whole Vehicle Type Approval system, including work on UN Regulations 34, 46, and 125 and possible support for GTR 6 (UN R43), WLTP GTR and UN R51.

Series of amendments submitted by the informal group on Service Doors, Windows and Emergency Exits (SDWEE) to improve safety and performance related to bus and coach exits.

Proposal from the GFV informal group concerning definitions for mono-fuel and bi-fuel vehicles, for engine start-up in petrol mode, and provisions for petrol direct-injection engines under UN R115.

Proposal for changes to the draft text of amendments to UN R107 concerning Service Doors, Windows and Emergency Exits (SDWEE).

German proposal to set the transitional provisions for new type approvals at 36 months and existing type approvals at 48 months, with the exception of the hatch size (para. 7.6.3.1.5) changes which would be 48 months and 60 months, respectively.

CLEPA changes to its earlier proposal (GRSG/2012/4) proposing revisions to a Dutch proposal (GRSG/2011/23) that would enable the replacement of mirrors by camera monitor systems.

Proposal to update UN R61 to conform with current procedures concernings revisions, extensions, and withdrawals of approvals.

Update of the references to UN R10 in UN R97 (to align the regulation with UN R10 series 04 amendments which have entered into force).

Review of a rollover bus accident in Egypt on 6 November 2011 involving 50 Hungarian tourists.

Correction to the proposal from Japan to update references to UN R10 in UN R116.

Proposal from Germany to clarify the interior materials to be tested under UN R118 01 series. Research showed that the definition used in US FMVSS 302 (any material or component which is within 13 mm of the interior compartment air space) offers a more appropriate wording.

Draft submission from the IMMA in order take into consideration the amendments 1- 3 to Regulation No. 60 and the UN GTR on controls, telltales and indicators for motorcycles.

Draft submission from the IMMA in order to introduce editorial corrections to the revision of Regulation 60 and the UN GTR on controls, tell-tales and indicators for motorcycles.

Proposal to update UN R26 in view of technological advances in bumper system designs.

Update on the effort to develop provisions for plastic glazing for introduction into UN R43.

Proposed amendments to update UN R46 in view of technological advances to permit approval of interior rearview mirrors having no housing, holder, or frame.

Proposed amendments to update UN R61 in view of technological progress in the design of vehicle bumper systems and to align the regulation with terms and provisions of the GTR on pedestrian safety.

Submission from AEGPL to correct the proposal from the Netherlands to amend UN R67 that would permit approval of higher pressure LPG direct injection components like the fuel pump, the fuel rail, the injectors and a safety valve leading back fuel from the high pressure parts to the fuel tank.

Proposal to correct ISO references in document GRSG/2012/7 (Forum secretariat proposal to update international standard references in UN R67).

Proposal to correct an ISO reference in document GRSG/2012/7 (Forum secretariat proposal to update international standard references in UN R67).

Submission from Germany, superseding document GRSG/2011/26 (distributed at the 101st session of the Working Party on General Safety Provisions) proposing amendments to provisions concerning hoses and couplings in UN R67.

The current text of UN R107 does not permit flexible straps for restraining rear-facing wheelchairs. CLCCR proposes to permit this option for enhancing wheelchair lateral stability.

Revision to document GRSG-102-02 from the SDWEE informal group to align the transitional provisions with the latest guidelines (concerning provisions for the extension of approvals).

Proposal for revised transitional provisions. With fuel rails having been added to the Regulation, OICA submits that additional lead-time is needed to adapt the components and systems of current production to UN R110.

Text from the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) proposing to apply the ISO colour coding and hierarchy of alerts to danger to symbols 25 (brake system malfunction) and 28 (parking brake) of UN R121.

Proposal from IMMA in order to introduce editorial corrections to GTR on controls, tell-tales and indicators for motorcycles and align with the revised Regulation No. 60.

Proposal to replace the term “double glazing” with “multiple glazing” and “double-glazed unit” with “multiple-glazed unit” and to amend provisions to permit approval of such components that involve assemblies of more than two window panes.

Proposal from Germany, superceding document GRSG/2011/19, to introduce more stringent
requirements for rear under run protection devices.

Progress report of the task force of the Gaseous fueled vehicles (GFV) informal group working on the introduction of liquefied natural gas provisions into UN R110.

Submission from the United Kingdom to reduce the blind spot on the passenger side of N2 and N3 vehicles. This document revises document GRSG/2010/29/Rev.1.

Proposal to update UN R61 to conform with current procedures for revisions, extensions and withdrawals of approvals. This document supersedes document GRSG/2011/22 and informal document GRSG-102-05.

Presentation by NHTSA’s Nha Nguyen on agency strategies for enhancing motorcoach safety: Seat Belts, Stability Control Systems, Rollover Structural Integrity, Emergency Evacuation, Fire Safety, Glazing and Window Retention, Event Data Recorders (EDRs), Tires and Crash Avoidance Systems.

Note from the Secretariat to reproduce the amendments to document GRSG/2012/10 as adopted by GRSG during its 102nd session. The proposal aims to prevent road accidents due to the inability of drivers of vehicles with an extremely high eye point to view small vehicles (e.g. motorcycles) in front.

Proposal from the United Kingdom to reduce the blind spot on the passenger side of N2 and N3 vehicles as adopted by GRSG at its 102nd (April 2012) session.

Progress report of the ISO working group developing ISO 16505 (minimum safety, ergonomic and performance requirements for Camera-Monitor Systems replacing legacy mirror classes in road vehicles).

Submission from OICA as a preliminary comment to the proposal from Germany to amend the Regulation No.58 (document GRSG-102-26).

AEGPL concerns regarding the proposal (document GRSG-102-20) to revise type approval provisions related to hoses and hose assemblies under UN R67.

Revised submission from OICA as a preliminary comment to the proposal from Germany to amend the Regulation No.58 (document GRSG-102-26).

Japanese response to OICA’s comments and recommendations regarding Germany’s proposed amendments to UN R58.

Note from the GRSG secretariat to confirm the adopted proposal to introduce more stringent requirements for underrun protection within UN R58, following the discussions of the original German proposal and comments from OICA and Japan.

Revised proposal to correct ISO references in document GRSG/2012/7 (Forum secretariat proposal to update international standard references in UN R67).

Revised proposal for corrections to UN R97 to account for provisions of UN R10 (electromagnetic safety) currently in force.

Agenda for the fourth meeting of the informal group working on provisions for liquefied natural gas components to introduce into UN R110.

Working draft with categorical edits to UN R110 that would introduce provisions for liquefied natural gas components.

Working draft, going in to the fourth meeting of the LNG Task Force preparing the text, of the amendments to UN R110 to introduce provisions for liquefied natural gas components.

Draft report of the fourth meeting of the task force working on liquefied natural gas component provisions for introduction into UN R110.

Comments on the working draft to insert provisions for automated connections between vehicles into UN R13 on heavy-duty vehicle braking systems.

Comments by ACV expert Winfried Gaupp concerning the current state of the draft amendments to introduce provisions for automated connections between vehicles into UN R13 and expressing concern that the text include the latest technologies being applied to vehicles in production.

ISO 13044-2 in its current draft describes ACV (ACS / FACS) as a system designed for 24 V operation only; however, most modern brake systems (as considered by UN R13) can be operated under different voltage levels (8-32V).

Zip file (compressed file) of sketches concerning electrical and pneumatic configurations of automated and non-automated connections between a truck and its trailer.

Working draft of the amendments to introduce provisions for automated connections bewteen vehicles into UN R13 pursuant to the discussions held during the 6th informal group meeting of 28-29 February 2012.

Draft report of the 6th meeting of the informal group on automated connections between vehicles, pending approval at the 7th session scheduled for 2 May.

Revised submission by the Chair of the informal group on Gaseous Fuelled Vehicles (GFV) to redefine the class of bi-fuel vehicles to permit the simultaneous use of gas and petrol in gas mode in UN Regulation No. 115. This document succeeds Informal document GRPE-63-06-Rev.1 and replaces GRPE/2012/7.

Proposal to broaden the definition of a remote control system in order extend current requirements for remote indication to fully automated systems.

Revised proposal as agreed by the ACV informal group to broaden the definition of a remote control system in order extend current requirements for remote indication to fully automated systems.

Amendment prepared by the Informal Working Group on Automated Connections between Vehicles to enable the use of automatic coupling systems.

Table reviewing ISO 11992-1 cable specifications for ACV and non-ACV combinations and offering 20-meter maximum lengths for trucks and trailers for discussion in the development of provisions for automatic couplings between vehicles under UN R13 and R55.

Revised minutes from the third session of the informal working group developing provisions for plastic glazing within UN R43.

Progress report of the LNG Task Force created to develop technical specifications for LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) cryogenic components to be installed on-board road vehicles.

Submission prepared by the Chair of the informal group on Gaseous Fuelled Vehicles (GFV) to correct a measurement error contained in documents GRPE/2012/6 (concerning UN R83) and GRPE/2012/7 (concerning UN R115) when weighing method and G25 reference fuel are used.

Copy of the GRPE submission prepared by the GFV Chair of the informal group to correct a measurement error contained in documents GRPE/2012/6 (concerning UN R83) and GRPE/2012/7 (concerning UN R115) when weighing method and G25 reference fuel are used.

Documents GRPE/2012/6 and 7 introduce the calculation of NG/biomethane energy ratio during a type I cycle by weighing the NG/biomethane mass consumed. The formulas are affected by an error when G25 reference fuel is used. This proposal precribes a modification to the previous formulas.

Draft report of the 4th meeting of the GRSG informal group on the introduction of plastic glazing for windscreens and laminated plastic panes other than windscreens in UN Regulation N°43.

Submission prepared by the Chair of the informal group on Gaseous Fuelled Vehicles (GFV) to correct measurement errors contained in documents GRPE/2012/6 (concerning UN R83) and GRPE/2012/7 (concerning UN R115) when weighing method and G20/G25 reference fuels are used.

Presentation on the status of GFV activities, including for heavy-duty dual-fuel vehicles, bi-fuel gas vehicles, liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicles, and support to the European Commission concerning THC/CH4 (methane).

Proposal to develop amendments to UN GTR No. 12 on motorcycle controls, tell-tales and indicators in order to make editorial changes and introduce a gear shift pattern that had been discussed but had been overlooked in the introduction of GTR 12.

Draft justification for the proposed revisions to UN R13 to enable the use of fully automated coupling systems, defining an automated coupling such that it may or may not be integrated via the ISO 7638 standardized interface.

Tables providing specifications related to cable lengths for ACV systems.

Report from the first meeting of the informal group working on various amendments to UN Regulation 55.

Scope and objectives of the informal group formed to propose revisions to UN Regulation 55.

Draft of the proposed amendments to introduce provisions to enable the approval automatic couplings between vehicles within the regulation on vehicle braking.

Draft rationale for the changes proposed to UN Regulation 13 in order to enable the approval of automatic coupling systems.

Proposal from OICA to amend UN R46 in order to permit approvals of new generation “frameless” interior mirrors having no housing or holder. The current language assumes all mirrors are enclosed in housings and therefore excludes approval testing of these new-techology mirrors.

Proposal from the European Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association (AEGPL) to add values for the aerostatic pressure to be reached during the external leakage test of Class 0 components, in line with the provisions of paragraph 5.3.

Proposal from Germany to clarify the nature of approvals granted under UN R67 with respect to Class 1 and Class 2 hoses and their couplings (i.e., as hose assemblies or as hose and coupling pairs approved as separate components).

Proposal from AEGPL to revise the text proposed by Germany (GRSG/2012/18) (to clarify approvals of hoses and couplings) in order to preserve the possibility to type-approve flexible hoses separately and prior to hose assembly approval.

Proposal from CLEPA to introduce type-approval requirements for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) fuel selection systems, including with regard to engine control units (ECU), CNG start-stop functionality, and a prohibition against the flow of gaseous fuel into the petrol/diesel fuel tank and vice versa.

Formal proposal from the European Liaison Committee of the Body and Trailer Building Industry (CLCCR) to ensure the lateral stability of a rearward facing wheelchair by restraint with a rigid device or with a flexible strap anchoring the wheelchair.

Proposal from the European Commission (EC) to provide for a specific area in city buses of Class I that allow a child to remain seated in his/her pram or pushchair. This document supersedes document GRSG/2010/33/Rev.1.

Proposal from the Liquefied Natural Gas Task Force of the Informal Group on Gaseous Fueled Vehicles to introduce provisions for components used in LNG-powered vehicles into UN R110 (currently covering only vehicles powered by compressed natural gas).

Proposal from CLEPA to introduce type-approval provisions for compressed natural gas (CNG) control functionality included in the engine control unit, and for control
functionality which is used in vehicles with start-stop system.

Proposal to clarify the interior materials to be tested by introducing the definition used in the US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 302 (e.g., any material or component which is within 13 mm of the interior compartment air space shall meet the requirements).

Proposal from the International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (IMMA) to introduce editorial corrections to GTR No. 12 and to align its provisions with the revised Regulation No. 60 (as proposed in document GRSG/2012/20).

The draft report was revised to specify that “12 to 13m” is the standard EBS cable length on the majority of vehicles. The draft report read only “13m”.

Proposal concerning Amendments 1 to 3 of UN R60 and UN GTR No. 12 to delete Annex 3 on special provisions for levers and Annex 4. The latter is replaced by Table 1 of the GTR containing the symbols identifying controls, tell-tales and indicators and definitions are carried over from the GTR.

Proposal from Germany to allow type-approval of multiple-glazed (for example, double insulation) units as an assembly of more than two panes, such as used in caravans and motor homes.

Revised proposal prepared by the Informal Group on Camera-Monitor Systems to permit the replacement of all mirrors by camera-monitor systems, taking into account comments received during the 101st and 102nd GRSG sessions.

Series of amendments resulting from the work of the Informal group on Service Doors, Windows and Emergency Exits (SDWEE) to update and improve UN R107, including passenger entry/exit, driver compartments, passageways, use of signs, and emergency lighting.

GRPE-adopted submission by the informal group on Gaseous Fuelled Vehicles (GFV) to redefine the class of bi-fuel vehicles to permit the simultaneous use of gas and petrol in gas mode in UN Regulation No. 115.

Proposed amendments to the Convention on Road Traffic (1968 Vienna Convention) in order to eliminate inconsistencies between the Convention and the vehicle regulations established by WP.29, especially with regard to driver-assist systems and the concept of driver responsibility for vehicle behavior.

Working draft as of 3 August 2012 of the proposal for amendments to Regulation No. 43 in order to introduce provisions for plastic glazing.

Agenda for the 9th session of the Informal Group on Automated Connections between Vehicles.

Jost suggestions concerning verification of the establishment of the ESP data bus (pin 6 & 7 ISO 7638) connection as a safety improvement between standard systems and ACV systems and on combining this improvement with the stability of EBS data bus.

Questions and issues identified by the informal group working to establish regulatory provisions for automated connections between vehicles for consideration by the informal group on UN Regulation 55.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to clarify certain requirements on rear underrun protection devices.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session for amendments intended to prevent road accidents due to the inability of drivers of vehicles with an extremely high eye point to view small vehicles (e.g. motorcycles) in front.

Draft summary of outcomes from the 8th meeting of the Informal Group on Automated Connections between Vehicles.

Participants list from the 9th meeting of the informal group working to introduce regulatory provisions for automated connections between vehicles.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to align the provisions for bumpers of certain vehicle types with the performance requirements of the draft Regulation on pedestrian safety.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to reduce the blind spot on the passenger side of N2 and N3 (medium/heavy commercial) vehicles.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to exempt a vehicle from the geometric provisions for bumpers of UN R61 when the said vehicle complies with the performance requirements specified in the draft Regulation on pedestrian safety.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to update references to international standards and to clarify the provisions on resistance to aging in Regulation No. 67.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to update references to Regulation No. 10 (electromagnetic compatibility) in Regulation No. 97.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to clarify the general test provisions in the Regulation, mainly concerning fuel rails.

The proposed amendments are considered to be adopted and are binding upon all Contracting Parties applying Regulation No. 110 as of 15 July 2013.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to update references to UN Regulation No. 10 (electromagnetic compatibility) in Regulation No. 116.

Proposal as adopted by the Working Party on General Safety Provisions (GRSG) at its 102nd session to add “A” and “AUTO” symbols for automatic systems and to apply ISO alert color coding (degree of danger hierarchy) to symbols 25 and 28 (brake system malfunction and parking brake, respectively).

This proposal is considered to be adopted and are binding upon all Contracting Parties applying Regulation No. 121 as of 15 July 2013.

Working draft as of 27 August 2012 of the proposal for amendments to Regulation No. 43 in order to introduce provisions for plastic glazing.

Proposal suggesting improvements to the draft amendments to UN R107 as developed and submitted by the Informal Group for Service Doors, Windows, and Emergency Exits (SDWEE).

Information in support of Hungary’s proposals for revisions to UN R107 and the proposed amendments developed by the Informal Group on Side Doors, Windows, and Emergency Exits (SDWEE).

Discussion paper on passenger ejections and motor coach safety submitted by Hungary.

This document contains a proposal to develop amendments to GTR No. 12 on motorcycle controls, tell-tales and indicators in order to make editorial changes and introduce a gear shift pattern that had been discussed but was overlooked in the introduction of the GTR.

Results from the ISO Taber Round Robin Test.

Draft amendment to enable the approval of automated connections between vehicles within UN Regulation 13 pursuant to the 9th meeting of the ACV informal group.

Progress report of the informal group working on automated connections between vehicles to the Working Party on Brakes and Running Gear.

Initial draft to launch work towards a new regulation on uniform provisions concerning the approval of mechanical coupling components for agricultural vehicles.

Progress report of the informal group working on changes to UN R13 and R55 in order to facilitate type approval of existing and newly developed automated coupling systems.

Progress report of the task force working to develop technical specifications for LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) cryogenic components to be installed on-board road vehicles.

Working draft of the revisions to UN R110 to incorporate provisions for liquefied natural gas components.

Working draft of the revisions to UN R110 to incorporate provisions for liquefied natural gas system components prepared for the 6th LNG task force session.

Proposal by the informal working group ACV for the amendment of Regulation No. 13 to enable the use of automatic couplings systems.