Radio approval for spectrum management, and vehicle EMC type approval for road safety,
are different approvals for different purposes. Modern vehicle applications of radio systems
for telematics purposes have resulted in both of these approvals having to be applied to radio
systems fitted to vehicles. This paper looks at automotive EMC legislation and its
interpretations relating to radio issues. The changes to radio type approval with the
implementation of directive 1999/5/EC and the interpretations for automotive systems are
discussed.
