EU 2018/858 TYPE APPROVAL
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EU 2018/858 Type Approval
EU 2018/858 is the European Union regulation governing type approval and market surveillance for motor vehicles and trailers, as well as their systems, components, and separate technical units. The regulation defines the administrative and technical requirements for placing all new vehicles and parts within its scope on the EU market; it also includes provisions for individual vehicle approval and the surveillance of parts placed on the market. It applies to M and N category motor vehicles, their O category trailers, and all related systems, components, and equipment.
Purpose Objective
- To ensure that motor vehicles and trailers are manufactured safely, in an environmentally responsible manner, and in compliance with EU technical requirements.
- To establish a harmonised framework by defining the administrative and technical conditions required for placing products on the EU market.
Scope Coverage
- M and N category motor vehicles and O category trailers.
- All related systems, components, separate technical units, and associated equipment for these vehicles.
Technical Implementation Process
- Provisions covering type approval procedures, including individual vehicle approval and the surveillance of parts placed on the market.
- Market surveillance and enforcement measures to prevent non-compliant products from being made available on the market.
Application Areas Use
- Manufacturers of motor vehicles and trailers intended to be placed on the EU market.
- Manufacturers of systems, components, and separate technical units, as well as conformity assessment and certification processes.
STEST provides consultancy and end-to-end support for managing type approval processes under EU 2018/858, including required testing and certification services, market surveillance and compliance assistance. With our expert team, we help ensure your products meet EU requirements and strengthen your competitiveness in international markets.
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