UN developing international standard for converting combustion cars to electric by 2027 (heise.de)

• UNECE working group to finalize harmonized retrofit regulations by 2027
• Conversions limited to authorized installers; DIY not covered by the standard
• Group led by France and Spain; next meeting June 11, 2026

"The UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) is working on a global regulatory framework for retrofitting combustion-engine vehicles to electric power. A working group under the World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations aims to complete harmonized rules by 2027, setting minimum requirements for conversion kits and performance standards. The current draft allows only authorized installers to perform conversions; DIY retrofits remain subject to national individual approvals. The group is led by France and Spain, supported by Sweden, Germany, the UK, Japan, and the European Commission. The next meeting is on June 11, 2026."