In addition to recent rulemaking activity, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information that will support future regulatory and research initiatives. These information collection requests provide stakeholders with an opportunity to comment before OMB approval is granted.
Recent requests include:
- First Purchasers of Motor Vehicles and Tyre Identification & Recordkeeping Requirements: NHTSA is seeking comments on the continuation of information collection requirements related to tyre identification and recordkeeping, as well as the agency's revised estimates of the associated reporting burden. Comments are due by August 25, 2026.
- FMVSS No. 305a – Electric-Powered Vehicles: Electric Powertrain Integrity: NHTSA continues implementation of the new standard covering electric-powered vehicles equipped with electrical propulsion systems operating above 60V DC or 30V AC and capable of speeds exceeding 40 km/h. Mandatory compliance begins on September 1, 2027 for vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 4,536 kg or less, and on September 1, 2028 for vehicles with a GVWR above 4,536 kg. Small-volume manufacturers, final-stage manufacturers, and alterers are provided an additional year to comply.
- Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) Research: NHTSA is seeking OMB approval to collect information as part of a multi-year research programme evaluating driver acceptance of and interaction with Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) technology using driving simulators and closed-track testing. Comments are due by August 24, 2026.
These requests demonstrate NHTSA's continued focus on gathering data to support future safety standards, assess emerging technologies, and improve the effectiveness of existing regulatory programmes.