This recognition is crucial for issuing Type Approval and Conformity of Production certificates. Manufacturers need these certificates to comply with Rule 126 of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR).TÜV SÜD and NATRAX (National Automotive Test Tracks) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today. This partnership allows TÜV SÜD to conduct EMI/EMC tests at its Bengaluru facility for vehicles and components according to Indian standards. The collaboration aims to streamline the certification process for manufacturers seeking Indian approval and expand market access opportunities, both domestically and internationally.
The agreement leverages the expertise of both organisations in testing and certification, offering manufacturers a more efficient and cost-effective route to compliance. It also facilitates knowledge sharing in emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity.
What does it signify?
TÜV SÜD, a subsidiary of the TÜV SÜD Group, is a leading company specialising in certification, testing, auditing, inspection, and training. NATRAX is a premier testing and certification agency officially recognised by the Government of India under Rule 126 of Central Motor Vehicle Rules. The MoU allows TÜV SÜD to conduct tests at its Bengaluru facility and the results will be recognised by NATRAX. This recognition is crucial for issuing Type Approval and Conformity of Production certificates. Manufacturers need these certificates to comply with Rule 126 of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR).
A public-private partnership
This agreement creates a public-private partnership to deliver high-quality EMI/EMC testing services at TÜV SÜD's Bengaluru facility. This centralised testing location offers a more convenient and economical solution for manufacturers across India, especially those in Delhi/NCR and other manufacturing hubs. The streamlined process reduces time and costs associated with obtaining necessary approvals for both domestic and international markets.
Ezhilan Neelan, Senior Vice President, Product Service Division at TÜV SÜD South Asia said, “This collaboration signifies a Public Private Partnership to offer the best in class EMI/EMC testing services at our state-of-the-art facility in Bengaluru. With this partnership, manufacturers of automotive vehicles & components from across India can further benefit from local & export homologations, providing an economical and timely pathway to access global markets.”
This collaboration offers advantages beyond basic testing services. It also establishes a framework for sharing technical expertise between TÜV SÜD and NATRAX. This knowledge exchange focuses on emerging technologies relevant to the automotive industry, including artificial intelligence, software-defined vehicles, and automotive cybersecurity. This aspect of the partnership positions both organisations to stay at the forefront of industry advancements.
Dr. Manish Jaiswal, Director at NATRAX said, “This partnership not only provides a platform for auto manufacturers to test locally at TÜV SÜD’s facility and get Indian approvals, but also synergises the technical knowledge sharing between both organisations in the field of new and upcoming technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, Software Defined Vehicles and Automotive Cyber Security among several others.”
