Standards

Standardisation is the process by which specifications are established. Most standards are engineering criteria developed by the technology community to define how a product should be designed or how it should perform. Standards often complement regulations by setting the technical requirements a product must meet to gain market approval.

Automated vehicle technology poses significant challenges for standardisation and regulatory bodies. As a rapidly emerging domain, it includes numerous formal and informal standards. Experts and industry stakeholders widely recognise the urgent need for swift global standardisation to support the advancement of automated driving technologies.

Global standardisation is critical for the timely and cost-effective market development of Connected and Automated Driving (CAD). It also plays a key role in addressing public acceptance challenges and supporting public policies that are responsive to societal needs.

Overall, standardisation is a foundational element of a more efficient and competitive industry. Maximising its benefits requires fostering synergies within the European standardisation system, while also acknowledging the global dimension of the process.

Bodies

A more standardised and active automated mobility ecosystem is essential to enhance safety and improve transport operations. At both global and European levels, various standard-developing organisations contribute to this ecosystem, helping to shape industry direction and accelerate the deployment of innovative technologies.

List

A comprehensive list of available standards is provided, which can be filtered by Technology Domain, Developing Organisation, and Status. These filters help users easily navigate the extensive collection of standards relevant to CCAM.

1. Targeted audience
   
   This section is primarily intended for: Researchers from CCAM and beyond, CCAM related industry representatives, CCAM and beyond service providers personnel who can use the standards list and relevant bodies to develop their transport/CCAM solutions and Project coordinators and evaluators that can find guidelines on how to ensure that all appropriate standards are followed within their CCAM projects.
   
2. Short history of the section content and latest updates
   
   This section presents the latest developments and ongoing international efforts to support CAD developers and manufacturers with a standardised framework. It places special emphasis on bridging R&D outcomes with new standards and strengthening cooperation among standardisation organisations in Europe and beyond.
   
   Although CAD technology is progressing, development and deployment often depend on public and private funding, which can take longer than anticipated. The European Commission (EC) continues to build momentum and assert its leadership in this field. The EC actively promotes automotive safety standards globally, including through its free trade agreements. Through Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe, it is now allocating public funding to support research and innovation in CAD.
   
3. How to contribute in the section
   
   Although the standards list is regularly updated, contributions from stakeholders are always welcome. Please use the feedback form to suggest corrections, updates, or additions. If you wish to participate in the standardisation process for CCAM, please contact the relevant standards-developing organisation for guidance on how to get involved.