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Regulation (EU) 2021/535 — Type approval for general vehicle characteristics

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What does it cover?

Regulation (EU) 2021/535 sets common procedures and technical specifications for EU type approval of category M, N and O vehicles, systems, components and separate technical units under certain provisions of Regulation (EU) 2019/2144. The relevant provisions need to be considered together according to the technical subject being reviewed.

Who is it for?

For vehicle and component manufacturers, technical file teams and homologation teams.

Which subjects are addressed?

  • Common approval procedures
  • Technical specifications
  • Category M, N and O vehicles
  • Systems and components

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Does it apply only to completed vehicles?

No. Its subject matter includes systems, components and separate technical units alongside vehicles.

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