Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 - Passenger Car Tyres) 2006 Amendment 1

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Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 – Passenger Car Tyres) 2006 Amendment 1

 

 

 

Made under section 7 of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989

 

 

 

 

 

 

Explanatory Statement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Issued by the authority of the Minister for Transport and

Regional Service

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 2006

 

 

CONTENTS

 

1. legislative context................................................

2. content and effect of ADR 23/00 - Passenger Car Tyres Amendment 1.......

3. consultation arrangements..........................................

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


  1.                        legislative context

Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 — Passenger Car Tyres) 2006 Amendment 1 is made under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989 (the Act).  The Act enables the Australian Government to establish nationally uniform standards for road vehicles when they are first supplied to the market in Australia.  The Act applies to such vehicles whether they are manufactured in Australia or are imported as new or second hand vehicles.

The making of the vehicle standards necessary for the Act's effective operation is provided for in section 7, which empowers the Minister to "determine vehicle standards for road vehicles or vehicle components".

Australian Design Rule (ADR) 23/00 was originally determined in Determination of Motor Vehicle Standards Order No. 1 of 1989 and remade in Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 - Passenger Car Tyres) 2006.

  1.                        content and effect of ADR 23/00 - Passenger Car Tyres Amendment 1
    1.                  Changes to the ADR

The changes set out in schedule 1 of the amending instrument correct typographical errors that were introduced when converting from the image scan of the original document to the format required by the Legislative Instruments Act 2003.

 

These changes are necessary to prevent any potential confusion when applying the vehicle standards.

  1.                  Documents Incorporated by Reference

The amending instrument does not incorporate any documents by reference (excluding the principle instrument).

  1.                        consultation arrangements
    1.                  General Consultation Arrangements

It has been longstanding practice to consult widely on proposed new or amended vehicle standards.  For many years there has been active collaboration between the Federal and the State/Territory Governments, as well as consultation with industry and consumer groups.  Much of the consultation takes place within institutional arrangements established for this purpose.  The analysis and documentation prepared in a particular case, and the bodies consulted, depend on the degree of impact the new or amended standard is expected to have on industry or road users.

Depending on the nature of the proposed changes, consultation could involve the Technical Liaison Group (TLG), Transport Agencies Chief Executives (TACE), and the Australian Transport Council (ATC).

  • TLG consists of representatives of government (Australian and State/Territory), the manufacturing and operational arms of the industry (including organisations such as the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and the Australian Trucking Association) and of representative organisations of consumers and road users (particularly through the Australian Automobile Association).
  • TACE consists of the chief executives of Australian and State/Territory departments of transport and road vehicle administrations.
  • ATC consists of the Australian, State/Territory and New Zealand Ministers with responsibility for transport issues.

Editorial changes and changes to correct errors are processed by the Department of Transport and Regional Services.  This approach is only used where the amendments do not vary the intent of the vehicle standard.

New standards, or significant changes that increase the stringency of existing standards, are subject to a vote by ATC Ministers.  Unless disapproved by a majority of ATC Ministers, the Minister for Local Government, Territories and Roads, can then determine the new or amended standards, under the authority of the Minister for Transport and Regional Services.  Proposals that are regarded as significant need to be supported by a Regulation Impact Statement meeting the requirements of the Office of Regulation Review as published in A Guide to Regulation. 

  1.                  Specific Consultation Arrangements for this Vehicle Standard

As this amending instrument corrects typographical errors, a regulation impact statement has not been prepared and no consultation has been carried out.

 

 

Overview

The Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 – Passenger Car Tyres) 2006 Amendment 1 was enacted to correct typographical errors introduced in the original Australian Design Rule 23/00 for passenger car tyres. This amendment was made under section 7 of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, which empowers the Minister to determine vehicle standards for road vehicles or vehicle components. The purpose of this amendment is to ensure clarity and prevent potential confusion in the application of vehicle standards. The Australian Government, through the Minister for Transport and Regional Services, issued this amendment in October 2006 to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the vehicle standards framework. Although the amendment itself is minor, it highlights the ongoing commitment to maintaining accurate and reliable standards for the safety and efficiency of road vehicles in Australia.

Scope and Application

The Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 – Passenger Car Tyres) 2006 Amendment 1 is a legislative instrument made under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, which applies nationally to road vehicles supplied to the Australian market, whether manufactured domestically or imported as new or second-hand vehicles. This amendment rectifies typographical errors introduced during the conversion of the original document to the format required by the Legislative Instruments Act 2003, ensuring clarity and precision in applying the vehicle standards. The amendment does not incorporate any additional documents by reference, aside from the primary instrument itself. While substantive changes to vehicle standards typically involve extensive consultation with federal and state/territory governments, industry representatives, and consumer groups through established institutional arrangements, this particular amendment, being purely editorial and error-corrective, did not necessitate such consultation. The amendment is thus an administrative correction intended to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the vehicle standards without altering their intent.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of the Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 – Passenger Car Tyres) 2006 Amendment 1 pertain to the corrections of typographical errors identified in the original document, which were introduced during the conversion process from the image scan to the required format. These corrections, detailed in Schedule 1 of the amending instrument, aim to ensure clarity and precision in the application of vehicle standards. The amendments do not introduce any new requirements or alter the intent of the original Australian Design Rule (ADR) 23/00. Instead, they focus on rectifying errors to prevent any potential confusion that might arise from misinterpretation of the standards. The obligations and requirements imposed by this amending instrument are primarily administrative and pertain to the accuracy of the vehicle standards documentation. There are no new obligations placed on the parties involved, such as manufacturers, importers, or vehicle owners. The existing obligations under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989 remain unchanged. These obligations include ensuring that vehicles and their components meet the standards set out in the applicable ADRs. The amendment serves to uphold the integrity of these standards by ensuring the textual accuracy of the ADRs. In terms of offences, penalties, or consequences for breach, the Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 23/00 – Passenger Car Tyres) 2006 Amendment 1 does not introduce any new provisions. Any breaches of the vehicle standards themselves would still be subject to the penalties and consequences outlined in the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989. Under this Act, non-compliance with vehicle standards can result in both civil and criminal penalties. Civil penalties may include fines, while criminal penalties can include imprisonment, depending on the severity and intent of the breach. The specific penalties are determined by the courts and can vary based on the circumstances of each case. The emphasis of this amending instrument is on the correction of errors rather than on enforcement or penalties.

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