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- The government plans to replace technology-specific mandates like ABS and CBS for two-wheelers with performance-based safety standards focused on outcomes such as braking performance and stopping distance.
- The change follows industry concerns that earlier draft rules could restrict innovation and add manufacturing constraints.
- The move aims to reduce accidents from sudden braking and vehicle instability, especially among entry-level motorcycles and scooters, which account for a significant share of road fatalities.
- The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is expected to issue a revised draft notification soon for stakeholder consultations.
What to watch next
- The revised draft notification from MoRTH and the scope of stakeholder consultations
- How the final norms define and measure braking performance benchmarks
- Whether the final rules balance safety outcomes with industry flexibility in practice
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