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This page was last updated on 13th February 2020WLTP replaced the NEDC test procedure for establishing the official Fuel Consumption and CO2 emissions of new cars in September 2017, which became mandatory for all new cars (powered by an Internal Combustion Engine) by September 2018.
VCA is the designated UK Type Approval Authority for automotive products and also a designated Technical Service for type approval testing in the United Nations (UN) scheme. VCA is also responsible for certification under UK type approval schemes. Please click…
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Vehicle Type Approval is the confirmation that production samples of a type of vehicle, vehicle system, component or separate technical unit will meet specified performance standards.
Climate Change is recognised as one of the greatest environmental threats facing the World today and it has long been appreciated by governments that reducing the impact of the motor vehicle has an important part to play in addressing this…
The GB type approval scheme is applicable for manufacturers wishing to place vehicles and components on the market in Great Britain.
Learn more about the different category of power-driven vehicles and trailers.
Conformity of Production (CoP) is a means of evidencing the ability to produce a series of products that exactly match the specification, performance and marking requirements outlined in the type approval documentation. Whether you are a manufacturer, or the agent…
Type Approval enquiries and applications for all schemes must now be made through our self-service portal.
Sometimes you may need a little help from us at VCA. Don’t worry… we’re here for you. If you’re unsure about what to do next, or would like to make further enquiries about our services, then we’d love to hear…
Welcome to the home page for VCA Europe S.r.l., for Type Approval services for industry.
LegStat is an online service that is our radar on proposed and draft legislation. VISTA is an electronic library of EU and UN Type Approval Legislation that is available online.
Our Dangerous Goods Office is the UK authority for the certification of packaging and intermediate bulk containers used for the transport of dangerous goods, in accordance with national and international regulations. We are also responsible for the appointment of suitable…
In the UK, road transport is now the largest source of CO2 emissions.
ULEVs are currently defined as having less than 75 grams of CO2 per kilometre (g/km) from the tail pipe.
Information is provided by manufacturers on a voluntary basis and subject to checks before being published on the New Car Fuel Consumption and Emissions database.
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This service will be of interest to individuals wishing to permanently import a car, motorcycle, or goods vehicle into the UK. All information about making an application is available on the VCA and GOV.UK web-sites. Under the GB Conversion IVA…
This guide lists the fuel consumption, CO2, and other tail pipe emissions performance figures of new cars currently on the market in the UK
The external noise emitted by passenger cars has been controlled since 1929 when the Motor Cars (Excessive Noise) regulations were introduced.
Information on Type Approval for Motor Vehicles and Trailers (M, N & O Categories)
In addition to our Type Approval role, VCA carries out a number of additional certification activities.
This guide contains data on vehicles running on petrol and diesel, as well as alternative fuels, such as Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and hybrid and electric vehicles.
The content of this site has been designed in a logical manner to make it easy for you to find exactly what you are looking for. Following the links from the home page is the recommended way of navigating, but…
Type Approval for Motorcycles (L category)
In addition to providing type approval technical and approval authority services, we can also provide copies of all automotive European Community and UN ECE legislation in a number of ways. The information is available either as ‘one-off’ individual Word or…
The Provisional GB scheme is a temporary arrangement intended to enable vehicles to be placed on the market in Great Britain for an interim period until a full GB type approval scheme is available for the vehicle categories in question.
Type Approval enquiries and applications for all schemes must now be made through our self-service portal.
Responsibilities of Vehicle Manufacturers, Importers and Dealers.
Emissions of the main air pollutants are regulated by the EU Euro emissions standards, under the vehicle ‘type approval’ process.
The European approval scheme is based on the concept of ‘type approval’ and put simply; this process provides a mechanism for ensuring that vehicles meet relevant environmental, safety and security standards.
The Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) is an Executive Agency of the Department for Transport (DfT) offering Type Approval services to the automotive industry in the UK and overseas. Working predominantly with the automotive industry, the VCA processes and holds only…
Information on Type Approval for Tractors – T1 to T4
The Regulation requires that, in order to be first placed on the EU market, engines for use in non-road mobile machinery must be approved to demonstrate compliance with pollutant emission limits.
Welcome to the home page for VCA Australia, for Type Approval services for industry. Type Approval Product Certification services to automotive component and vehicle manufacturers can be supported by a local presence. Products we support include vehicles such as trailers,…
Welcome to the home page for VCA India, for Type Approval services for industry. VCA is the UK Vehicle Type Approval authority and approaching 40 years of experience, supports the global automotive industry by providing internationally recognised testing and certification…
GB Type Approval Scheme Scope and Timings
This section relates to the importation of cars, motorcycles and motorhomes
Complaints and Appeals Procedure Complaints Complaints relating to any of the VCA’s services, activities or personnel are to be sent to the Head of Central Quality, accompanied by a suitable statement giving the grounds for the complaint, as well as…
Dangerous goods (often called hazardous materials in the USA) may be pure chemicals, mixtures of substances, manufactured products or articles which can pose a risk to people, animals or the environment if not properly handled in use or in transport.
Fuel efficient driving or ecodriving is about adopting driving techniques that maximise modern engines’ efficiency. Using less fuel/energy when driving also means that carbon emissions and air pollutants from vehicles are reduced and for electric vehicles it can increase the…
We are responsible for granting and maintaining individual Vehicle Special Orders under Section 44 of the UK Road Traffic Act 1988.
Introduction This guide provides details on the administrative requirements of the GB type approval scheme as they apply to whole vehicle, system, and component type approvals. Note – this page does not cover information relating to Conformity of Production (CoP).…
When legislative standards change and new legislation is coming into force, manufacturers may be allowed to place on the market, offer for sale, register and/or enter into service certain vehicles that do not comply with the incoming standards.
Welcome to VCA North America, the home of Type Approval services in various industries. The Vehicle Certification Agency has been established in North America since 1991, and have our office located in Livonia, Michigan. We have collaborated with numerous manufacturers,…
This frequently asked question (FAQ) page has been produced to address questions raised during communications events held by VCA to outline the structure and requirements of the GB Type Approval Scheme.
Conformity of Production (CoP) is a means of evidencing the ability to produce a series of products that exactly match the specification, performance and marking requirements outlined in the Type Approval documentation.
Please use this form to apply for the Secretary of State’s appointment to undertake the inspection of transportable pressure equipment and/or tanks for the carriage of dangerous goods. We recommend you read the general arrangements for tank inspection bodies https://www.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/download-publication/2232/uk-arrangements/…
By 2035, it is estimated that 40% of new car sales will have self-driving capability. To realise this ambition the trialling of this technology and the deployment into all types of vehicles in the marketplace has to be completed safely…
Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) is the process of approving each individual vehicle against national technical requirements.
Welcome to the home page for VCA China, for Type Approval services for industry. This is our first office in the People’s Republic of China, offering the full range of Type Approval services to manufacturers across the country. The office…
Q: Who does the testing? A: Testing is carried out either by independent test organisations, or by the vehicle manufacturers or importers themselves, usually at their own test facilities. In the UK, and before the results are officially recognised, the…
Dealers are obliged to present a label showing the official fuel consumption and CO2 data for every new car displayed in a showroom or as part of an exhibition
Welcome to the home page for VCA Japan, for Type Approval services for industry. VCA is appointed as UK Type approval authority and has supported vehicle industry for more than 30 year to conduct tests and issue approvals for vehicle…
Certificates for Approved Dangerous Goods Packagings are issued on the basis of test reports received from UKAS accredited test stations (for Dangerous Goods Packagings) in the UK.
Under the regulations, packaging must meet or exceed minimum standards of performance before it can be authorised for the carriage of dangerous goods.
In addition to the technical services provided by VCA at locations around the world, the following organisations have also been designated to carry out testing to the standards listed.
This frequently asked question (FAQ) page has been produced to address questions raised during communications events held by VCA to outline the structure and requirements of the GB Type Approval Scheme.
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Information about the collection and processing of average emissions data
We are authorised to designate laboratories to act as Technical Services for testing or supervising testing of vehicles, systems or components, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe 1958 Agreement.
Dangerous goods which are transported by road or rail within Great Britain must comply with the requirements of The Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations.
The VCA Type Approval Authority will charge the following fees for undertaking approval activities.
Valid EU type approvals are the principal means of demonstrating compliance with EU type approval requirements as they are applied in Northern Ireland.
We have developed databases listing most of the cars
VCA are actively involved in the development of the provisions for vehicle cybersecurity and cybersecurity management systems.
The VCA Type Approval Authority will charge the following fees for undertaking approval activities.
What is Conformity of Production (CoP) and why is it needed? EU, UNECE, GB and UK(NI) vehicle type approval legislation all require manufacturers to hold Conformity of Production clearance with the approval authority that issue their type approval certification. This…
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A Certificate of Conformity (CoC) is granted to a product that has met the regulatory, technical and safety requirements required of The Type Approval process.
Welcome to the homepage of VCA Korea Type Approval services for industry. Since November 1999, we have been providing type approval services in Korea. Our experienced engineers are able to provide services that include testing and the issuing of approval…
Welcome to the VCA South America webpage. The Brazilian subsidiary was opened in November 2013 by Robert Goodwill, UK, Minister of Transport. It was initially established at the General British Consulate in São Paulo. Then VCA South America moved to…
The Government has set out the need for greater transparency across its operations. Data Datasets and underlying data Freedom of Information (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) information Departmental structure Department for Transport (DfT) and non-departmental public bodies (NDPB) structure…
Since November 2012, the EU Tyre Labelling regulation has required tyre manufacturers and tyre distributors to display a consumer information label on all C1, C2 and C3 tyres.
Information on the transition to full GB type approval
Approval Routes To satisfy GBTA emissions requirements for light-duty vehicles, there are currently two primary routes available for manufacturers: Option 1 The manufacturer applies for GBTA on the basis of holding a GB 715/2007 emissions approval (aligned to Assimilated Regulation (EU)…
Summary This guidance is intended for manufacturers, importers and distributors of motor vehicles in the United Kingdom. One of the options for registering vehicles in the United Kingdom is now the UK(NI) Type Approval Scheme. This has been in place…
Changes to legislation are harmonising the civil traffic enforcement procedures throughout England
UNECE type approval is based upon the international 1958 Agreement concerning the Adoption of Harmonized Technical United Nations Regulations for Wheeled Vehicles, Equipment and Parts which can be Fitted and/or be Used on Wheeled Vehicles and the Conditions for Reciprocal…
The scope and extent of any appointee’s capability should be established by reference to their UKAS schedule of accreditation and/or directly with the body concerned.
If your business is involved in the supply of new cars in the UK, you must provide certain information under the Passenger Car (Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions Information) Regulations 2001, and the amendment Regulations 2004,2013 and 2018.
Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is up to date and accurate, VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy or content. Visitors who rely on this information do so at their own…
Q: Who does the testing? A: Testing is carried out either by independent test organisations, or by the vehicle manufacturers or importers themselves, usually at their own test facilities. In the UK, and before the results are officially recognised, the…
We would like to take this opportunity to update you on the proposed GB Scheme CoP requirements.
Should you be dissatisfied with any area of the service that you have received from the VCA then please follow the complaints procedure. If you are dissatisfied with the way the VCA has handled your request for information or with…
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This section relates to the importation of small vans or light goods vehicles (N1 Class Vehicles)
Submissions for pooling must be submitted to VCA before 31 December of the first year in which the pool is requested to apply from.
Our annual event which covers a wide range of issues connected with the handling, consigning and transport of dangerous goods.
Our sister Agency the Driver Vehicle and Standards Agency (DVSA) is now responsible for processing Heavy goods vehicle imports.
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Information relating to the inspection and testing of LPG, steel and aluminium cylinders.
The regulations require the packaging supplier to provide the user with all the information necessary to enable them to prepare the package for transport in accordance with the approved specification.
All manufacturers will be required to hold Conformity of Production (CoP) clearance directly with VCA before they are able to obtain a full GB or UK(NI) Type Approval.
Automated Lane Keeping Systems (ALKS) will be the first commercially available systems designed for passenger vehicles that will enable the driver to safely hand over control to the vehicle.
This section includes information on current standards for Type Approval and forthcoming legislation.
This phase began during the first quarter of 2022 for the categories M, N, L, and T. For Non-Road Mobile Machinery (NRMM), O and components, these will be introduced during the first three months of 2023. So, what will be…
You have invested a significant amount of time and effort in research, development and testing. After all, it’s your reputation on the line. Any claims you make about engine power and torque are no doubt supported by your own data…
EU Directive 1999/94/EC requires new car fuel consumption and CO2 emissions data to be made freely available to consumers. Car dealers are required to display a label on (or near to) every new car displayed for sale. The label shows…
ZEV mandate The Vehicle Emissions Trading Schemes Order 2023 (Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate) is a world leading legislative framework, designed with vehicle manufacturers to support the UK’s transition to a fleet of zero emission new cars and vans. In…
A list of the technical services that require a fee, which provides an overview of the costs involved for each service.
EU, UNECE, GB and UK(NI) vehicle type approval legislation all require manufacturers to hold Conformity of Production clearance with the approval authority that issue their type approval certification. This clearance is needed before granting of the initial approval and must…
ShareFile is a Citrix product. It is simple to use, and is being made available to our type approval customers free of charge. Important Note: If you do not have your login details, please contact us through your type approval…
For full details please see our list of approval fees for undertaking approval activities.
At least once every five years, the certification of each UN approved packaging type must be re-validated.
Terms/explanations What is meant by the term ‘vehicle manufacturer’? The term ‘vehicle manufacturer’ refers to the approval holder as used by the legislation. This is the same for single stage and multi-stage manufacturers. What is the VCA “risk rating” that…
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In January 2012, a trial of Longer Semi-Trailers was launched by the Department for Transport (DfT).
Please read this section before you begin using the VISTA or LegStat service.
This guidance is intended for manufacturers of engines for Non-Road Mobile Machinery and requiring an exemption for field testing of engines in the UK. Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 was retained as GB legislation and the EU version applies…
View our Conformity of Production (CoP) price list for New Clearances, Updates to Existing Clearances, and for Meetings.
Please read this section before you begin using the VISTA or LegStat service.
Please read this section before you begin using the VISTA or LegStat service.
Aerosol dispensers and small receptacles containing compressed gas (gas cartridges) which are filled, transported or placed on the market in the UK, must pass a leakproofness test before they are offered for carriage.
The UN Testing and Certification Certification System.
Provisional GB Type Approval Scheme Scope and Timings
Independent Complaints Assessors review complaints made against the Department for Transport, its agencies and other bodies. If you think you’ve been treated unfairly or have received poor service from the Department for Transport (DfT) or one of its agencies or…
This guidance sets out how the UK’s type approval regime applies in Northern Ireland
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Independent Complaints Assessors provide independent reviews of how complaints made against the Department for Transport, its agencies and other bodies have been handled. If you think you’ve been treated unfairly or have received poor service from the Department for Transport…
VCA Guidance and Technical Bulletins – Guidance on the Interpretation of ADR Chapter 6.10 for Vacuum Operated Waste Tanks The Department for Transport Dangerous Goods Division (DfT DGD) and VCA DGO have provided their interpretation on a number of issues…
GDPR legislation came into force on 25th May 2018. For further information about your rights, please visit the Information Commissioner’s website. How do I find out what information you hold about me? Please write to us at dpa@vca.gov.uk. In order to process your…
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The fuel cost of driving 10,000 miles is calculated using the combined fuel consumption figure and the respective average fuel figures. The fuel figures used are those published by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and appear on…
Since April 2007, our Dangerous Goods Office (DGO) has been responsible for operating the UK Certification Scheme.
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The following are some of the types of data held by the VCA. Note that this list is not exhaustive. In all cases the VCA has explained the lawful basis for processing your information. Where there are other legislative requirements…
VCA has worked alongside the Maltese government to develop a scheme whereby second-hand cars due for export from Japan to Malta are inspected at source prior to shipping, so ensuring that the quality of used vehicles entering Malta is properly…
Annual Reports and Accounts Our annual reports and accounts review our business activities over the course of the year. It provides highlights of projects and the progress that we have made in meeting our objectives. Annual Report and Accounts 2023-2024…
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VCA has worked alongside the Maltese government to develop a scheme whereby second-hand cars due for export from Japan to Malta are inspected at source prior to shipping
The information provided by VCA is only a guide. When determining tax on first registration, it is the CO2 figure shown on the registration certificate (V5C) that will determine the amount of tax payable; A new car is one that…
In October each year, registered holders of Dangerous Goods Packaging Certificates will receive an invoice for the renewal of their approval(s) for 12 months commencing 1st January the following year.
Certain dangerous goods may be carried in bulk in containers that have been approved in accordance with the Convention on Safe Containers
The Dangerous Goods Office team offer specialist training courses which can be undertaken on your premises.
We are authorised to designate laboratories to act as Technical Services for testing or supervising testing of vehicles, systems or components, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe 1958 Agreement.
A control plan is the documented description of those procedures, checks or assigned activities necessary to verify that production units continue to conform to the type approval requirements with regard to specification, marking and performance. The aim of the control…
This page lists full and partial responses to requests made under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) and Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) . The following page has more information on how to make an FOI request. Documents available: The…
Specifies the categories of information that the VCA publishes and how to get that information. Contents About this publication scheme Feedback and complaints about the scheme Classes of information General enquiries regarding VCA publications The Freedom of Information…
As they become available, retention policies for different departments within VCA will be available here. Departments Retention Policies within VCA: Subject VCA department Retention policy available here? Where “Yes”, click to find do out more Financial Information Finance and Resourcing…
Take it up a gear with our world-class Graduate Scheme to become an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer. See first-hand the impact you can make on the future of automotive safety and compliance, working alongside industry experts and manufacturers in the…
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The following is a list of some of the work areas that VCA often gets asked about but are either managed by other areas within the Department for Transport, or are otherwise questions that VCA cannot assist with. If the…
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It takes an extensive team of people to deliver our work, all playing a key role to realise our mission and goals. If you share our values, in an organisation you will be valued and make a real difference, we…
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Arrangements for the appointment of bodies for tank inspection may be found HERE (PDF) Applicants must be accredited to EN ISO17020:2012, “General Criteria for the Operation of Various Types of Bodies Performing Inspection”, by the United Kingdom Accreditation service (UKAS)…
VCA are responsible for a small number of enforcement and research roles within the United Kingdom. Accountability for Regulator Impact (ARI) scheme The Accountability for Regulator Impact (ARI) scheme is one of a number of measures, intended to make improvements to the…
VCA have a statutory obligation as the Type Approval Authority to assess and approve emissions strategy documentation in relation to GB type approvals for light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles under retained regulations (EC) 715/2007 and (EC) 595/2009 respectively. This strategy documentation,…
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We are now accepting End of Series applications for requirements coming into force on the 1st of January 2025 within Great Britain and Northern Ireland. To apply for End of Series, please populate the application form, VIN list and Annex…
Take it up a gear with our world-class Graduate Scheme to become an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer. See first-hand the impact you can make on the future of automotive safety and compliance, working alongside industry experts and manufacturers in the…
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If you have a basic knowledge and experience in automotive engineering, why not fast-track your career with our trainee scheme. Learn the role of our engineers as they teach you the skills and requirements to become competent in our area…
Provisional GB Type Approval Scheme Costs
We are now accepting End of Series applications for requirements coming into force on the 1st of January 2025 within the UK. To apply for an End of Series, please populate the application form and VIN list below and send…
Trialling of automated vehicle technologies and services on public roads and in public places falls under the Code of Practice for Automated Vehicle Trialling. This is split into automated vehicle trialling and vehicle authorisations and exemptions for more complex CAV trials.
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Information on provisional approval for vehicles with special features
Subject CoP Requirements Regulation Inspection Type Frequency Control Noise 51 1 1 per year IVXX1 2 1 per month Emissions 83 1 1 per month IVXX2 2 1 per month 4 100% Audible Warning 28 1 1 per Year…
Frequently asked questions relating to the Provisional GB scheme have been grouped alongside those relating to the full GB and UK(NI) type approval schemes. Please refer to the GB type approval scheme FAQs page here.
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Phase Two of GB CoP implementation is an initial assessment which consists of a scoping meeting. This will need to be completed before a GB Type Approval is required, which will either be because a new approval is needed after…
Date of Application Title of Eco Innovation Applicant VCA Decision July 2021 12V efficient charging through intelligent control of hybrid vehicle recuperated kinetic energy for use in hybrid powered passenger cars (M1) and light commercial vehicles (N1) Link to…
GB Conformity of Production (CoP) workshop 2021 A big thank you to everyone who recently attended our online and face-to-face CoP workshops. It was a great opportunity for us to highlight the Conformity of Production requirements for the GB Type…
Changes to legislation have harmonised the civil traffic enforcement procedures throughout Wales (English)
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Manufacturers continue to be able to apply for a niche volume or small volume derogation from the overall CO2 emission target. To ensure that manufacturers continue to qualify for the same style of derogation that they have previously qualified for…
VCA are now accepting applications from prospective Technical Services for the following GB type approval Regulations: Whole Vehicle Type Approval (not including NSSTA or IVA) (2018/858) Space for Mounting & Fixing Rear Registration Plates (1003/2010) Towing Devices (1005/2010) Windscreen Wiper…
CO2 emissions from new passenger cars registered in the UK (2021) in accordance with Regulation 2019/631 as amended 2021 Provisional data from new passenger cars (XLSX) 2021 Provisional data from pools for new passenger cars (XLSX) CO2 emissions from new light…
Conformity of Production (CoP) Workshops 2021 Questions and Answers
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The new UK heavy duty vehicle CO2 emissions regulations came into force as of 1 January 2021. Two Statutory Instruments (SIs) are currently in force alongside the retained EU Regulations – SI 2019/846 and SI 2020/1402. The VCA…
Following the activity that has taken place in Phase One (application) and Phase Two (initial assessment), this clearance method will need to become a regular exercise, for both new and existing VCA CoP holders. In the future, we will conduct…
Details on the requirements for CoP are contained in Annex IV of EU Regulation 2018/858 and Schedule 1 of E/ECE/TRANS/505 for ECE Regulations. GB and UK(NI) legislation currently refer to the aforementioned legislation for CoP. These two pieces of legislation,…
The following manufacturers have been granted a derogation in accordance with Article 10(1)(c) of Regulation 2019/631 from the specific emissions targets calculated in accordance with part A, points 1 to 4 of Annex I to the Regulation for the calendar years stated below. This derogation applies…
(Separate System Control Plans must also be in place) CONTROL DESCRIPTION AREA RESPONSIBLE FREQUENCY ACCEPTANCE STANDARDS FORM OF RECORD RESPONSIBILITY FOR FOLLOW-UP ACTION Comparison of initial order, engineering spec, build spec, bill of materials, with type approval cert & C.O.C.…
Manufacturers continue to have the opportunity to pool their registrations together and, for the purposes of calculating a CO2 emissions target and calculating performance against that target, be considered as one entity. Manufacturers should note that pooling arrangements have not…
As part of the government’s transparency agenda, the Vehicle Certification Agency publishes all ICT contracts above £10,000 in value that have been awarded since 1 July 2010. ICT contracts are one or all of the following: a good or service…
We will accept CoP data used to demonstrate compliance to EU Type Approval where the vehicle specification and technical requirements are the same. We will also require access to the data direct from the manufacturer. We are not asking for…
Heavy-duty emissions and CO2 requirements within GB type approval are based on retained Regulation (EC) 595/2009 and its implementing regulations, Regulation (EU) 582/2011 and Regulation (EU) 2017/2400. These regulations set out the requirements for measurement of emissions, and CO2 and…
Preparation of plans, the structure and amount of detail included within the above framework, rests entirely with the manufacturers (and not the assembly plants), in relation to their own particular circumstances. For example: the format of the Control Plan is…
Both EU regulations (which are adopted currently for GB / UK(NI) law and ECE regulations mandate control plans for each subject. Annex IV paragraph 3.2 of EU Regulation 2018/858 states: 3.2. Before granting a type-approval pursuant to this Regulation and…
Changes to legislation have harmonised the civil traffic enforcement procedures throughout Wales (Cymraeg)
Manufacturers will continue to be able to receive ‘credits’ for Eco Innovations (EI) – vehicle technologies that reduce CO2 emissions when the vehicle is in use on the road but that may not be taken into account during the traditional…
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Due to technical issues, the latest version of the data is not currently available. You will be aware that for some years, VCA has provided this facility for users who would like to download the car fuel and CO2 database…
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COMPANY: XYZ Company Ltd PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Passenger Car TYPE APPROVAL SUBJECT: All system Regulations and Whole Vehicle approval issued by VCA SPECIFIC COP TEST REQUIREMENTS: Applicable requirements indicated on subject plans or addressed by XYZ company procedure PC-123 SITE OF…
Certain elements, critical to COP in the type approval context, are not necessarily covered by the control plan as defined above. control of change, so that for example, alternative suppliers or revised specifications are not introduced before the type approval…
The arrangements outlined above both satisfy the respective legislative responsibilities and enable VCA to build confidence in the overall control of the type approved product to be issued with an approval certificate. Manufacturers will be requested to propose their own…
Following the three phases to obtain a CoP GB Scheme approval, an annual or quarterly meeting will need to continue, together with on-site audits and remote audits. All this will depend on risk as evaluated by us and will follow…
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Executive summary of the application TITLE OF THE INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY 12V efficient charging through intelligent control of hybrid vehicle recuperated kinetic energy for use in hybrid powered passenger cars (M1) and light commercial vehicles (N1) CONTACT DETAILS Applicant’s name ACEA…
EU Regulation 2018/858 Annex IV paragraph 3 requires the authority issuing an approval to monitor the manufacturer’s conformity controls. That section and the clauses in some of the individual regulations also require the authority – when not satisfied with the…
Summary Information Title of the Innovative Technology: 48V Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) with efficient alternator function for use in hybrid powered passenger cars (M1) and light commercial vehicles (N1). Contact Details ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Graf-von-Soden-Platz 1, 88046 Friedrichshafen, GERMANY Summary…
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Summary Information Title of the Innovative Technology: Smart Diesel Fuel Heater Contact details: Stellantis N.V. The Corporate Seat of Stellantis N.V. is situated in Amsterdam (The Netherlands) and its Corporate Office is in Lijnden (The Netherlands), Singaporestraat 92, 1175 RA.…
