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In forceException to compliance with adopted standards
Schedule 6Australian Vehicle Standards Rules
26 Exception to compliance with adopted standards
A vehicle need not comply with an adopted standard if:
(a) the standard is replaced by, or is inconsistent with, a later version of the standard; and
(b)
the vehicle complies with the later version of the standard.
Part 5 General safety requirements
Note For a vehicle to be operated safely, the vehicle needs to be properly designed to minimise the potential for accidents and harm to other road users.
This Part sets out various requirements covering the driver’s view from a vehicle, the driver’s control of a vehicle, protection of vehicle occupants and other road users, and other general safety features.
Division 1 All vehicles
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