The EU's Next Generation eCall (NG eCall) certification is a significant mandatory vehicle safety regulation update in recent years, core to upgrading in-vehicle emergency call systems from legacy 2G/3G networks to modern 4G/5G-based communication technology.
| Certification Dimension | 2025 Latest Core Information & Requirements |
| Core Regulations | (EU) 2015/758 (Framework), (EU) 2024/1180 (NG eCall Transition Core) |
| Mandatory Timeline | 2025.1.1: NG eCall certification applications open. 2026.1.1: New vehicle certifications must support NG eCall. 2027.1.1: Legacy eCall certificates expire; new vehicles without NG eCall certification banned from sale. |
| Technology Basis | 4G/5G networks & IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) packet-switched technology. |
| Key Upgrades | Data Transmission: Upgraded from 140-byte MSD to supporting video streams, dynamic sensor data. Positioning Accuracy: Improved from ~150m to ≤ 3 meters in dynamic scenarios. Reliability: Features 4G/5G & legacy CS eCall dual-mode fallback assurance. |
| Applicable Products | New M1 (passenger cars) & N1 (light commercial vehicles) sold in the EU; Vehicle Emergency Call systems (e.g., T-Boxes) and related components. |
| Certificate & Maintenance | Certificate validity typically 3 years; requires annual reporting obligations and spot checks. |
NG eCall vs. Legacy eCall Differences：
NG eCall is a fundamental evolution, not just an upgrade:
1.Technology Foundation Overhaul: Legacy eCall relies on phased-out 2G/3G circuit-switched cellular networks. NG eCall uses 4G/5G IMS packet-switched technology, aligning with network evolution (EU 2G/3G sunset) and enabling richer accident scene data transmission.
2.Enhanced Data Transmission: Legacy eCall transmits only a ~140-byte "Minimum Set of Data" (MSD). NG eCall leverages high-speed mobile networks for richer data like video streams, dynamic sensor data (e.g., impact acceleration, direction, battery status), providing rescuers with more comprehensive scene information.
3.Significantly Improved Positioning Accuracy: Legacy eCall requires GPS error ≤ 15 meters. NG eCall, fusing GNSS and vehicle sensors, raises the requirement to ≤ 3 meters for more precise accident vehicle location.
NG eCall Certification Process & Key Documents：
The NG eCall process is complex and rigorous. Key stages include preparation, laboratory testing (core phase), field operational tests, and review/certification. The total timeline is typically 8 to 12 weeks.
Key Documents Checklist (All documents recommended in English):
1.Product Technical Documentation: System architecture & circuit diagrams, MSD data logic description, technical specifications.
2.Test Plans & Reports: Detailed test plan, test reports from an authorized lab.
3.Compliance & Proof Documents: Privacy protection scheme (GDPR compliance), English user manual (privacy clauses, eCall labeling specs), EU Authorized Representative (EC-REP) appointment letter (mandatory for non-EU manufacturers).
4.Prototypes: Typically 2-3 fully functional final product samples.
Practical Tips for Successful Certification：
1.Manage Design Changes Carefully: Any design change (hardware/firmware/OTA) likely requires re-testing, adding time and cost.
2.Consider Associated Certifications: If the eCall device includes wireless functions (e.g., 4G/5G module), ensure it also has **CE-RED certification.
Global Impact & Trends：
The EU's NG eCall regulation significantly impacts the global automotive industry:
1.China: Promoting its own eCall standard. The mandatory national standard "Automotive Emergency Call System" (AECS) GB 45672-2025 was reportedly published, planned for mandatory implementation July 1, 2027, requiring all new M1/N1 vehicles to be equipped, explicitly supporting 5G and the Beidou satellite positioning system.
2.Other Regions: Russia's ERA-GLONASS, the Middle East (e.g., UAE, Saudi Arabia) have also published and are gradually enforcing their eCall technical regulations.
We hope this detailed overview of EU NG eCall certification helps you understand and successfully achieve compliance. For professional certification consulting services, please contact BLUEASIA: 13534225140.
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