Cars to Brake Automatically: Centre Mandates AEBS from October 2030
What Happened?
The Indian government will mandate Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS) in new car models starting October 2030 to enhance road safety. For existing models still in production, AEBS will be required from October 2032.
Key points
- All new car models must have AEBS by October 2030.
- Existing models still in production will require AEBS from October 2032.
- The draft notification for ADAS features will be released soon.
- Starting January 2027, new trucks and buses will also need AEBS.
- ADAS includes over 100 technologies to enhance vehicle safety.
- Mandatory features for taxis will include automatic command steering and emergency lane-keeping.
Key insights
- The introduction of AEBS may reduce the number of road accidents.
- Commercial drivers could benefit from reduced fatigue due to automated systems.
- The focus on taxis indicates a priority for enhancing passenger safety.
Why it matters
This mandate could significantly improve road safety for both private and commercial vehicles.
Source
Times of India