ECE (E-MARK)
UNECE R148 REGULATION
One of the automotive regulations is UN ECE Regulation 148. It is recognized by more than 50 countries. UN ECE R148 compliance of lamps or signalling devices are ensured by testing, technical documentation, quality certification and production control.
ECE R148 regulation explains these processes and it is free to download.
https://unece.org/transport/documents/2021/05/standards/un-regulation-no-148-light-signalling-devices-lsd
ECE R148 is published on 10/05/2021
Full title of the regulation is "Uniform provisions concerning the approval of light-signalling devices (lamps) for power-driven vehicles and their trailers"
ECE R148 is available in three languages: English, French and Russian.
ECE R148 regulation applies to the following lamps:
1) Rear-registration plate illuminating lamps
2) Direction indicator lamps
3) Position lamps
4) Stop lamps
5) End-outline marker lamps
6) Reversing lamps
7) Manoeuvring lamps
8) Rear fog lamps
9) Parking lamps
10) Daytime running lamps
11) Side marker lamps
Type and its variants are subjected to R148 tests to ensure technical requirements are fulfiled. After passing the tests type approval certification stage starts. At this stage, technical documents of the lamp and its manufacturer are submitted officially to type approval authority. At the end of type approval certification, the product deserves a unique E mark on its label.