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DOT/NHTSA RIN: 2127-AI97 Publication ID: Fall 2005 
Title: Adaptive Frontal Lighting 
Abstract: Vehicle manufacturers are beginning to introduce advanced frontal lighting systems into the U.S. fleet. This project evaluated whether the systems have adverse consequences to highway safety from glare. An initial notice of request for comment has been issued to gather information. The Agency is conducting research on the potential of Advanced Frontal lighting to improve safety while reducing glare and determine if any regulatory action is needed. The Agency is withdrawing this action pending further information and field experience. 
Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT)  Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Actions 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.50    49 CFR 501.8    49 CFR 571.108   
Legal Authority: 49 USC 322    49 USC 30111    49 USC 30115    49 USC 30117    49 USC 30166   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Request for Comments  02/12/2003  68 FR 7101   
Withdrawn  07/15/2005  70 FR 40974   
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Small Entities Affected: No  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Information URL: dms.dot.gov   Public Comment URL: dms.dot.gov  
Agency Contact:
David Hines
Director, Office of Crash Avoidance Standards
Department of Transportation
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590
Phone:202 366-2720
Email: david.hines@dot.gov