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Australian Design Rules (ADR)

The Australian Design Rules (ADRs) are national standards for vehicle safety, anti-theft and emissions. The ADRs are generally performance based and cover issues such as occupant protection, structures, lighting, noise, engine exhaust emissions, braking and a range of miscellaneous items.

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Standards Australia (SA)

Standards Australia is the nation's peak non-government Standards organisation. It is charged by the Commonwealth Government to meet Australia's need for contemporary, internationally aligned Standards and related services.

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VicRoads - Vehicle standards information

Construction standards are detailed in the Vehicle Standards Information (VSI) Sheets. These standards are complemented by the Australian Design Rules  (ADRs) (External link) and the Commonwealth Vehicle Standards Bulletins (External link).

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