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Korea Issues Legislative Notice on Automotive Cybersecurity & Software Updates

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In accordance with the amended Automobile Management Act (Act No. 20298, promulgated on February 13, 2024, effective August 14, 2025), a legislative notice for the partial amendment of the Enforcement Rule of the Automobile Management Act was issued on February 21, 2025. The amendment aims to establish detailed regulations concerning automotive cybersecurity and software updates.   📌 Key Contents   Automotive Cybersecurity Management System Certification Regulations on the scope and procedures for Automotive Cybersecurity Management System (CSMS) certification. Requirement for automobile manufacturers to attach the Automotive Cybersecurity Management System (CSMS) certification number when notifying vehicle specifications for sale. Regulations on the scope of delegation for Automotive Cybersecurity Management System (CSMS) certification tasks. Establishment of reporting procedures for automotive cyberattacks and threats, along with standards for administrative acti...

Amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Automobile Management Act in Korea for Vehicle Cybersecurity

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On February 21, 2025, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) issued a legislative notice for partial amendments to the Enforcement Decree of the Automobile Management Act. This amendment aims to strengthen security against cyberattacks in response to the rapid advancement of software-based technologies in automobiles. Main Contents Specifies cases where vehicle operation may be restricted due to a severe cyberattack or threat. Establishes criteria for imposing surcharges and fines for non-compliance with automobile software update requirements. Public comments are open until April 2, 2025. Quickly review Korea's automotive cybersecurity regulations on the GCA KOREA website ! ※  Unauthorized reproduction, citation, or use of this content is prohibited. The source and link must be clearly stated. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

Korea RRA, Administrative Notice on Partial Amendment of Technical Standards for Wireless Equipment

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RRA issued an administrative notice on February 17, 2025, announcing a partial amendment to the technical standards for business-use wireless equipment, including simple radio stations, space stations, earth stations, and radio detection equipment. Key Amendments • Establishment of technical standards for IoT device transceivers to enable the use of IoT in the Integrated Public Network (Disaster Safety Communication Network) operated by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. • Establishment of standards for drone detection radar, including its definition, occupied frequency bandwidth to minimize interference, and spurious emissions. • Establishment of regulations to allow the limited use of analog radios only in safety-critical situations, such as for shipyard crane operations. Deadline for submitting opinions : April 18, 2025 ※  Unauthorized reproduction, citation, or use of this content is prohibited. The source and link must be clearly stated. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-81...

Korean MOLIT Announces Introduction of Autonomous Vehicle Performance Certification and Conformity Approval Systems

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The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) has announced a legislative notice for a partial amendment to the Autonomous Vehicle Act Enforcement Decree and will collect public opinions until February 19, 2025. This amendment introduces performance certification and conformity approval systems for autonomous vehicles without established safety standards. It is a follow-up measure to the revision of the Act on Promotion and Support of Commercialization of Autonomous Vehicles (Act No. 20391, promulgated on March 19, 2024, and effective from March 20, 2025). The amendment outlines the standards, targets, and procedures for performance certification and conformity approval of autonomous vehicles and specifies the necessary measures for their implementation. For more details, please visit the News section on the GCA KOREA website .  ※ Unauthorized reproduction, citation, or use of this content is prohibited. The source and link must be clearly stated. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. ...

Korea Revises KC Energy Efficiency & MEPS Standards

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Korea MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standard) Label MOTIE issued an administrative notice on February 7, 2025, regarding a partial amendment to the Efficiency-Managed Equipment Operation Regulation. This amendment aims to improve the domestic efficiency management system by strengthening item-specific standards and integrating similar items to enhance energy savings. 🔹  Key Details Efficiency rating and MEPS upgrade for electric air conditioners, electric heating and cooling units, electric washing machines, and ballast-integrated lamps. Integration of multi-electric heat pump systems into multi-type electric air conditioners and heating/cooling units. You can check the effective date and key details on the GCA KOREA website . 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

GCA KOREA 2025 JANUARY Highlight NEWS

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Check out the key highlights from GCA KOREA's January 2025 news!    Visit our website for more details! 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

Korean RRA Conformity Assessment Exemption

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Q: Could conformity assessment be exempted for manufacturing or importing products for testing, research, or similar purposes? A: If equipment is manufactured or imported for purposes such as testing for conformity assessment, quality and performance inspection of products, or research and technological development of products and broadcasting/telecommunication services, conformity assessment exemptions are available for up to 10 units . Need guidance on RRA compliance? Contact GCA KOREA today! 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website