India proposes mandatory emergency braking for new cars by 2030

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has issued a draft notification proposing that all new M1-category passenger cars manufactured from October 1, 2030, must be equipped with Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS). For vehicle models already in production, the mandate would take effect on October 1, 2032.

The proposed AEBS must conform to AIS-185 standards. The initiative aims to reduce road accidents by providing automatic braking when a driver fails to respond to emergency situations.

Beyond AEBS, the draft notification outlines several other safety requirements. For M1-category transport vehicles, emergency lane-keeping systems and driver drowsiness and attention warning systems would become mandatory starting October 1, 2029. Additionally, revised braking standards and electronic stability control systems (AIS 162) will be required for trucks starting October 1, 2027.

The ministry has opened a 30-day window for public objections and suggestions regarding these proposed amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.