India Plans to Make Automatic Emergency Braking Mandatory in New Cars From October 2030

The Indian government is planning to make Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS) mandatory in new car models from October 2030, according to a report by The Times of India.

Under the proposed timeline, car models introduced before October 2030 but continuing in production would have to comply with the requirement by October 2032. The government is expected to release a draft notification outlining the proposed timelines for various Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) features.

AEBS is designed to detect a potential collision and automatically apply the brakes when necessary, particularly when the driver does not respond adequately to a developing hazard. The technology can help prevent some collisions or reduce their severity, although its effectiveness depends on the system and driving conditions.

The proposal forms part of a wider push to improve road safety. The government is understood to be placing particular emphasis on taxis and other vehicles used for commercial passenger transport, where drivers may spend long hours on the road.

ADAS includes a range of electronic safety technologies that can alert drivers to potential hazards and, in some situations, intervene through braking or steering assistance. Depending on the vehicle and system, these features may include emergency braking, lane-departure warnings, driver-attention alerts and lane-keeping assistance.

The report also notes that new truck and bus models are scheduled to have AEBS from January 2027. Other safety systems, including blind-spot information, moving-off information and driver-drowsiness detection, have also been made mandatory for these commercial vehicles under the reported requirements.

The proposed car regulations are expected to provide manufacturers and vehicle users with time to prepare for implementation. The precise requirements will become clearer when the government publishes its draft notification.

If implemented as proposed, the rules could expand the availability of advanced collision-prevention technology in India’s passenger vehicle market, with a particular focus on improving safety for commercial drivers and passengers.