GB7258-2017
Technical specifications for safety of power-driven vehicles operating on roads
机动车运行安全技术条件
GB 7258-2017 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Technical specifications for safety of power-driven vehicles operating on roads. It appears in the Auto compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Jan 1, 2018.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard is mandatory for all power-driven vehicles operating on roads in China, including passenger cars, buses, trucks, trailers, and motorcycles. It applies to all manufacturers and importers of motor vehicles entering the Chinese market. It does not apply to trams or wheeled mobile machinery designed primarily for off-road operations in enclosed areas.
Technical requirements
GB 7258-2017 specifies comprehensive safety requirements for the entire vehicle and its major assemblies. Key areas include vehicle marking and identification, requiring permanent VIN stamping and ECU data recording. The standard mandates specific braking system configurations, including ABS for most vehicles and EBS for heavy hazardous goods transporters. Lighting and electrical systems must meet strict visibility and signaling standards. Structural integrity requirements cover body strength for buses, with specific mandates for rollover protection and emergency exits. Special provisions are included for electric vehicles, hazardous goods transporters, and special-purpose vehicles like fire trucks and ambulances.
Testing methods
The standard outlines testing procedures for braking performance (both road and bench tests), steering system efficiency, headlight luminous intensity and beam positioning, and lateral stability. It also references methods for measuring vehicle dimensions, weight distribution, and noise levels. Compliance verification requires both static inspections and dynamic performance tests.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 7258-2017?
GB 7258-2017 regulates all motor vehicles operating on Chinese roads, including passenger cars, commercial vehicles (buses, trucks), trailers, and motorcycles. It does not cover trams or certain off-road machinery.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 7258?
Yes, GB 7258-2017 replaces GB 7258-2012 with significant updates including new requirements for electronic stability control (ESC) on certain buses, automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems, event data recorders (EDR) for passenger cars, and stricter regulations for hazardous goods transport vehicles.
How does GB 7258-2017 address electric vehicles?
The standard includes specific requirements for pure electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), covering motor system operation, battery safety protection, low-speed pedestrian warning sounds, and high-voltage electrical system insulation requirements.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 7258-2017. To ensure complete compliance for your products entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 7258-2017 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Management
- CCS
- T09
- ICS
- 43.020
- Competent department
- Ministry of Public Security
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Public Security
Relationships
Replaces:GB 7258-2012