India mandates rear-crash tests, immobilisers, EDRs in new auto safety rules

India's transport ministry has issued mandatory timelines for automakers to comply with new Automotive Industry Standards (AIS), including rear-crash tests from 2029, immobilisers from 2027, and Event Data Recorders from 2029. This is a regulatory tightening of vehicle safety standards, likely raising production costs and affecting the domestic auto industry. The move signals a continued push by the government to improve road safety, but the impact on specific manufacturers and models remains to be seen.

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