Motor Vehicle Sound Level and Exhaust System Directive

Council Directive 70/157/EEC of 6 February 1970 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the permissible sound level and the exhaust system of motor vehicles

Stage: In force, reached 23 Feb 1970
In force: In force · CELEX 31970L0157
Transposition deadline: 10 Aug 1971
Procedure: Directive
Last activity: 23 Feb 1970

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Directive 70/157/EEC sets permissible sound levels and exhaust system requirements for motor vehicles, harmonizing national rules so type-approval granted in one member state is valid across the EU. It covers vehicles with at least four wheels and a design speed above 25 km/h, excluding rail vehicles, agricultural and forestry tractors, and mobile machinery.

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