In this report, you’ll learn:
- Details of the New NHTSA Rule (FMVSS No. 127):
- Mandatory adoption of AEB systems, including pedestrian detection by 2029.
- No partial phase-ins—full compliance required immediately.
- Implications for Automakers (OEMs) and Suppliers:
- How OEMs must adapt vehicle development cycles, sensor upgrades, software validation, and system testing.
- How Tier 1 suppliers (Bosch, Aptiv, Continental) must expand sensor and software offerings to meet stringent performance demands.
- Strategic Recommendations:
- Early engineering, flexible system architectures, robust supply chains, and OTA (over-the-air) capabilities to manage updates and maintain compliance.
