New UN regulation on pedestrian and cyclist detection systems near vehicles
29 Jun 2026
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Who is affected:
Motor vehicle manufacturers and driving assistance system providers
Summary
New international regulation requiring motor vehicles to have systems for drivers to detect pedestrians and cyclists in close proximity. Improves road safety for the most vulnerable users.
Detailed analysis
PRO
UN Regulation No. 166 establishes uniform technical requirements for the type-approval of devices and vehicles that enable drivers to perceive vulnerable users (pedestrians, cyclists) in the front and side zones of the vehicle. Directly affects vehicle manufacturers and driving assistance system providers that market p…
Full official title
CELEX:42026X1365: Reglamento n.o 166 de las Naciones Unidas. Disposiciones uniformes relativas a la homologación de los dispositivos y los vehículos de motor por lo que respecta a la percepción por el conductor de los usuarios vulnerables muy próximos a las partes delantera y laterales del vehículo [2026/1365]