2006 - OECD - Performance-Based Standards for the Road Sector

This study on Performance-Based Standards for the Roads Sector was carried out by an OECD Working Group under the RTR Programme 2001-2003. The report explores the case for regulatory reform of the heavy vehicle sector, examining regulatory principles and current practice. Examples of performance-based standards are examined, implementation issues are discussed and potential outcomes are presented based on experience and research from participating countries.