[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To help mitigate the consequences of serious road accidents across the EU, today the European Commission adopted two proposals to ensure that, by October 2015, cars will automatically call emergency services in case of a serious crash. The "eCall" system automatically dials 112 - Europe's...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The car industry in Europe and parts of Asia has begun promoting standardised and automated communication on safety data sheets throughout the supply chain. The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), is working with its counterparts in Japan, and South Korea, and the European Association of...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] REACH and CLP (Classification and Labeling of Chemicals) are two EU directives that have direct influence on the content of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements. CLP requires, for example, new hazard and precaution sentences, and uses new symbols. All SDS for mixtures have to...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Specifications for a new generation of digital tachographs for trucks and buses were agreed informally by Irish presidency and Parliament negotiators on Tuesday. Innovations include devices that can read on-board recording devices from a distance, will make it easier to enforce driving and rest times....
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The European Commission today adopted two regulations to promote the roll-out of 'intelligent information services', such as real-time warnings about dangerous road conditions ahead and information on safe and secure parking places for truck drivers. They can be provided through different means such as variable...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] "European automotive technologies: smart solutions for road safety" 6 May 2013 - 14h00-20h00 - Autoworld Brussels Programme - Map of the event - Registration The CLEPA Safety Event on 6 May will showcase advanced active and passive safety technologies, ranging from Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) to pedestrian and...