July 2012 EU Tyre Labelling Regulation 1222/2009 Industry Guideline on tyre labelling to promote the use of fuel-efficient and safe tyres with low noise levels Version 4 Regulatory / Technical Questions Q1: What is the aim of the tyre labeling regulation? A1: The goal is to improve the safety, the economic and environmental efficiency of road transport by promoting fuel-efficient and safe tyres with low noise levels. This Regulation allows end-users to make more informed choices when purchasing tyres by considering this information along with other factors normally considered during the purchasing decision process. Q2: What are the proposed tyre labelling rules about? A2: The rules prescribe that information on certain characteristics of tyre performances will have to be communicated to consumers. This information will relate to: – The impact on vehicle fuel efficiency associated to the tyre’s rolling resistance – The impact on vehicle safety associated to the tyre’s wet grip – The tyre’s external noise level ( expressed in decibels); not any tyre noise heard inside the vehicle This information needs to be provided concerning passenger car tyres, light truck tyres and heavy duty vehicle tyres. Q3: Do all tyres fall under the scope of the Regulation? A3: The rules apply only to passenger car tyres (C1), light commercial vehicle tyres (C2) and heavy commercial vehicle tyres (C3). The following categories are excluded from the scope: o Retreaded tyres o Professional Off Road tyres o Racing tyres o Studded tyres (studdable tyres if supplied without studs are covered) o Temporary use spare tyres o Tyres designed to be fitted on vehicles registered for the first time before 1 October 1990 o Tyre...
