Regulation (EU) No 130/2012, established by the European Commission on February 15, 2012, outlines type-approval requirements for motor vehicles concerning vehicle access and maneuverability. It implements Regulation (EC) No 661/2009, which pertains to the general safety of motor vehicles, their trailers, and related systems, components, and separate technical units. This regulation focuses on ensuring that vehicles of categories M (passenger vehicles) and N (goods vehicles) meet specific standards for access steps, handholds, running boards, and reversing devices. It provides detailed procedures, tests, and criteria for the type-approval process, aiming to enhance vehicle safety and usability within the EU. The regulation repeals previous directives related to vehicle doors and reversing equipment, updating them to reflect current scientific and technical advancements.