Tuesday 2nd March (1 day) 9.00am start
Early-bird price: €1172
Price - €1295
Course overview
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of current and upcoming tire regulations, including EU and UNECE frameworks, type approval processes, and sustainability-related legislation. The course provides valuable insights into regulatory trends, enabling attendees to anticipate changes and adapt their strategies accordingly. Delivered by TÜV SÜD’s expert Lars Netsch, the training combines practical relevance with up-to-date knowledge, empowering professionals to navigate regulatory compliance challenges and contribute to product innovation and market readiness.
TÜV SÜD is a trusted name for tire and wheel testing. Their experts work closely with leading tire manufacturers worldwide and possess experience in both indoor and outdoor testing. With their strong expertise in regulatory and test requirements, they have implemented robust test procedures that are widely recognized by industry stakeholders and by authorities.
The presenter has extensive expertise in tire regulations in Europe and global markets. This expertise is particularly valuable as amendments and updates to type approval and tire labeling regulations are introduced on a regular basis. The course will also provide an outlook on future developments in tire regulations, including the potential impact of EU emissions, sustainability, and chemicals legislation on the tire industry.
Draft agenda
1. Europe Tire Regulations Framework
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Implementation of the “General Safety Regulation / GSR II” concerning tires and TPMS
GSR systematic overview
Type approval of new tires
Sales and entry into service of tires
TPMS equipment requirements -
EURO 7 - Emissions Regulations related to tires
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VECTO - Emissions Regulations related to tires
2. UNECE Tire Regulations Framework
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The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations
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The International regulatory framework of UNECE
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Recent Regulation amendments in legislation process
3. Focus on EU- / ECE- Type Approval
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Status of Regulations which apply on a compulsory basis / Transitional provisions
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Type approval process
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Technical Services
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Approval Authorities
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Selection of representative test samples “worst-casing”
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Conformity of Production (CoP)
4. Focus on EU Tire Labelling
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Status of implementation
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Expected amendments
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Status of market surveillance
5. Tires and Health-/ Environmental Protection
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REACH - Chemicals Regulation related to tires
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ESPR - Ecodesign of Sustainable Tires / Digital Product Passport, retreaded tires, end-of-life tires / recycling, etc.
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EUDR - European Deforestation Regulation
6. Harmonization of Global Tire Regulations
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Global Technical Regulation “GTR” concerning pneumatic radial tires for passenger and light truck (commercial) vehicles
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The role of international Standards in Tire Regulations
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Lack of harmonization / national regulations
7. Summary and Tire Regulations outlook
For further information, please contact Tim Sandford, conference director:
UKi Media & Events, Parsonage House, Parsonage Square, Dorking RH4 1UP, UK
Tel: +44 1306 743744
Fax: +44 1306 877411
tim.sandford@ukimediaevents.co.uk
