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Automotive Standards

Automotive Standards

Advancing Automotive Excellence Through Standards 

Automotive Standards encompass regulations for all types of road vehicles, including cars, vans, buses, trucks, trailers, motorcycles, and three-wheeled vehicles. Established by organizations like the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), these Standards ensure safety, security, and environmental sustainability.

To achieve automotive qualification, manufacturers must meet stringent requirements throughout design, manufacturing, and testing. Automotive design Standards ensure structural integrity, while automotive electrical, wire, and grounding Standards guarantee the reliable functioning of electrical systems, particularly in electric vehicles.

Vehicle Standards information (VSI) sheets outline specifications for light vehicle modifications, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations. Automotive battery Standards are essential for safe energy storage, and automotive high voltage cable Standards ensure secure operation in advanced systems. Additionally, automotive quality Standards and paint thickness Standards enhance vehicle longevity and appearance, while automotive glass Standards prioritize passenger safety. 


By establishing clear Standards and guidelines, it encourages manufacturers to develop new technologies that enhance vehicle performance and efficiency. As the industry evolves, these regulations ensure that vehicles—whether traditional, electric, or hybrid—meet rigorous safety and environmental Standards. This comprehensive approach builds consumer trust, as the public can be confident that all vehicles on the road have undergone thorough evaluation to ensure their safety and reliability. By balancing innovation with safety and sustainability, the automotive sector can continue to advance while protecting the community.
 


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Automotive repairs - Terminology Automatic transmission
Published: 12-Jun-2020
Measurement procedures of magnetic field levels generated by electronic and electrical equipment in the automotive environment with respect to human exposure Low-frequency magnetic fields (IEC 62764-1:2022, MOD)
Published: 19-Apr-2024
Direct glazed automotive glass replacement - Light vehicles
Published: 01-Dec-2017
Automotive equipment - Brake force measuring instruments
Published: 20-Oct-2017
Belt drives — V-ribbed belts for the automotive industry — Fatigue test
Published: 02-Nov-2023
Belt drives V-belts for the automotive industry and corresponding pulleys Dimensions
Published: 12-Jun-2020
Leather - Requirements for the designation and description of leather in upholstery and automotive interior applications - Part 2: Automotive interior applications
Published: 07-Jul-2022
Definition of parameters required for modelling of the material, cell and manufacturing process behaviour for battery cells for the automotive market - Part 1
Published: 14-Dec-2023
Road vehicles — Automotive cables — Part 1: Vocabulary and design guidelines
Published: 25-Aug-2023
Belt drives V-belts for the automotive industry Fatigue test
Published: 28-Jul-2021
Road vehicles — Automotive cables — Part 2: Test methods
Published: 31-Aug-2023
Automotive fuels - Automotive ethanol(E85) fuel Requirements and test methods
Published: 20-Sept-2018
Plain bearings Automotive engine bearing test rig using actual connecting rods Part 1: Test rig
Published: 22-Oct-2020
Belt drives Pulleys and V-ribbed belts for the automotive industry PK profile: Dimensions
Published: 12-Jun-2020
Petroleum and related products — Determination of low concentration of sulfur in automotive fuels — Energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometric method
Published: 15-Aug-2024
Automotive fuels - LPG - Requirements and test methods
Published: 21-Mar-2024
Pneumatic tubes for automotive vehicles Technical requirements and test methods
Published: 19-Jan-2016
Automotive fuels - Paraffinic diesel fuel from synthesis or hydrotreatment - Requirements and test methods
Published: 11-May-2023
Road vehicles Standardized access to automotive repair and maintenance information (RMI) Part 3: Functional user interface requirements
Published: 16-Jun-2021
Road vehicles Testing the abrasion resistance of automotive glazing with the windscreen wiper test
Published: 16-May-2022
Leather — Requirements for the designation and description of leather in upholstery and automotive interior applications Automotive interior applications
Published: 05-Aug-2022
Thermoplastic tubing and hoses for automotive use Part 1: Non-fuel applications
Published: 17-Sept-2021
Synchronous belt drives — Automotive belts and pulleys
Published: 30-Apr-2019
Additive manufacturing for automotive — Qualification principles — Generic machine evaluation and specification of key performance indicators for PBF-LB/M processes
Published: 20-Dec-2023

Intertek Inform: Your source for Automotive Standards 

Intertek Inform makes it easy for businesses to access Automotive Standards from our website. Whether you need a single Standard or a tailored subscription, we provide flexible option to suit your needs.

You can purchase individual Standards in digital PDF or printed (hardcopy) formats through our user-friendly website. For more extensive needs, consider subscribing to i2i, our secure, cloud-based, configurable platform that allows for efficient management of Standards throughout your organisation. 

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Road Transport

Road Transport

Search ICS Category Code 03/03.220/03.220.20

Road transportation Standards are crucial to reducing accidents, improving traffic flow and ensuring that roads and vehicles meet certain quality and performance criteria.

Road vehicles engineering

Road Vehicles Engineering

Search ICS Category Code 43

Great advancements in road vehicle engineering have meant travelling has become safer and more comfortable. Different types of vehicles require specific materials and tests. Standards ensure they meet safety and quality benchmarks.

Standards Keeping you Safe on the Road

Standards Keeping you Safe on the Road

Road traffic safety (RTS) around the world

Transportation has come a long way in the past few decades with a focus on intelligence, comfort and sustainability. As new technology shapes how people travel, Standards keep the focus on safety.

Importance of Standards in automotive engineering

Importance of Standards in Automotive Engineering

Standards streamline processes, systems and management.

The automotive engineering industry is complex. There is pressure for suppliers and manufacturers to use the latest technologies and materials while at the same time meeting strict cost and quality demands.

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Standards Management in the Automotive Industry

Find out how a top 100 global automotive supplier centralised purchasing and access to Standards for multiple locations with the i2i Standards management platform.

Transport Standards

Transport Standards

Search ICS Category Code 03/03.220

Transport standards ensure global safety, interoperability, and efficiency. They provide uniform guidelines for vehicles and infrastructure, fostering consistency and compatibility. Search our entire collection of transport Standards today.