The GSR (General Safety Regulation, Regulation (EU) 2019/2144) is the European law that makes a set of ADAS mandatory (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) on new vehicles sold in Europe. ADAS are electronic systems that assist the driver to prevent or mitigate crashes (automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping, traffic-sign recognition, drowsiness alert, and more).
When they apply
The GSR phases the obligations in: from 7 July 2024 the first-phase ADAS are mandatory on all new registrations; further second-phase (GSR2) requirements take effect in 2026. The exact dates by category and model may vary with EU updates.
Why it matters for fleets
For anyone renewing a fleet, new vehicles already come equipped with these systems: equipment, costs and, potentially, safety and insurance premiums change. Many ADAS generate data useful for monitoring, integrable with fleet telematics. It’s a separate but complementary obligation to the smart tachograph G2V2.
FAQ
What’s the difference between GSR and ADAS?
The GSR is the EU regulation; ADAS are the safety systems the GSR makes mandatory. In short: the GSR is the law, ADAS are the required technology.
Are ADAS mandatory on commercial vehicles too?
Yes: the GSR also applies to vans, trucks and buses, with system sets and timelines specific to each vehicle category.