| Key Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulating Authority | Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) |
| Technology | Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) |
| Purpose | Enhances road safety by alerting pedestrians and other road users to EVs |
| Standard | AIS-173 (Automotive Industry Standard for audibility) |
| Implementation Timeline | New EV models: October 1, 2026; All models: October 1, 2027 |
| Vehicle Categories Covered | Category M (Electric cars and buses), Category N (Electric trucks) |
| Global Alignment | Joins US, Japan, and EU in requiring sound alert systems for EVs |
| Challenges | Standardization of sound, implementation costs, public awareness |
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