STEST

EU 168/2013 TYPE APPROVAL

Standard Control and Testing Services

STEST has been accredited by TURKAK within this scope since 2021.

TURKAK Accredited Testing and Verification

STEST is accredited by the Turkish Accreditation Institution (TURKAK) and carries out its testing and verification activities in an independent, competent, and impartial manner in compliance with national and international standards.

TURKAK Accredited Competent Laboratory International Recognition

Type Approval & Market Surveillance

EU 168/2013 Type Approval

The EU 168/2013 Regulation sets out type-approval and market surveillance requirements for L-category vehicles, defined as light two-, three- and four-wheel motor vehicles. The regulation aims to enhance vehicle safety and reduce environmental impacts across the EU market.

Purpose Objective

To ensure the implementation of safety and environmental requirements for L-category vehicles.
To establish an EU-wide framework aligned with type approval and market surveillance practices.

Scope Coverage

L1e–L2e mopeds, L3e motorcycles, and L4e motorcycles with sidecars.
L5e tricycles, as well as L6e light and L7e heavy quadricycles.

Technical Implementation Process

Assessment of safety, emissions, and performance requirements prior to type approval.
Management of conformity verification and certification activities within market surveillance.

Application Areas Use

Manufacturers of L-category vehicles intended for the EU market.
Type-approval and conformity processes for vehicle systems, components, and separate technical units.

STEST provides expert technical support under the EU 168/2013 Regulation, including type approval for L-category vehicles, system and component testing, market surveillance support, and certification processes.

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VEHICLE CLASSIFICATION

CLASS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

EXAMPLES

RELEVANT FRAMEWORK REGULATION NO.

REGULATION TITLE

L1e-A

Light two-wheeled motor vehicle (powered cycle)

Powered cycle

21077 / Annex I