MoRTH proposes V2V mandate for new vehicles from October 2028

India’s road transport ministry has proposed AIS-230-compliant C-V2X systems for newly manufactured two-wheelers, passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles. A phased rollout begins 1 October 2027, with a broader requirement proposed from 1 October 2028, raising new hardware, cybersecurity, testing and service-readiness needs for automakers and dealers.

— Filed Thu, 6 Aug, 2026, 14:11 IST · Source Mint · Industry · Updated

MoRTH proposes mandatory AIS-230-compliant V2V systems in all new Indian two-wheelers, passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles from October 2028. The C-V2X mandate will require automakers to add communication, positioning, cybersecurity and testing capabilities.

Why this matters

MoRTH’s V2V proposal extends its recent safety-regulation activity, including mandatory V2V plans, outcome-based two-wheeler safety norms and a proposed three-year PUC validity for newer BS-VI private vehicles.

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