Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Two-Wheeler Makers Challenge ABS Mandate Deadline
Big companies that make motorcycles and scooters in India are saying that a new rule, which makes it necessary for all two-wheelers to have a special braking system called ABS, might not be a good idea.
The rule is supposed to start on January 1.
The companies say that there is no proof that ABS makes riding safer.
They also point out that many people don't wear helmets, which is already a rule.
Most accidents happen because people drive carelessly, not because of braking issues.
So, they think making ABS mandatory might not help much.
Top two-wheeler manufacturers in India are challenging the mandatory implementation of ABS in two-wheelers.
The deadline for the mandate is January 1.
Manufacturers argue that there is no data proving ABS reduces accidents.
They also highlight the poor enforcement of helmet laws in the country.
Most road accidents are caused by rash driving, not braking issues.
- Who
- Top two-wheeler manufacturers in India
- What
- Challenging the mandatory implementation of ABS in two-wheelers
- When
- Ahead of the January 1 deadline
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to lack of data proving ABS reduces accidents and poor enforcement of helmet laws
- Deadline
- January 1
- Controversial Technology
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)
- Key Argument
- Lack of data proving ABS reduces accidents
- Current Enforcement Issue
- Helmet usage
- Primary Cause of Accidents
- Rash driving