Fleets must reassess SMR strategy before Euro 7, i247 Group urges

Euro 7 will require emissions compliance for 10 years or 124,000 miles, while also regulating brake and tyre emissions for the first time.

i247 Group has urged fleets to reassess service, maintenance and repair (SMR) strategy ahead of the introduction of Euro 7.

Euro 7 will require emissions compliance for 10 years or 124,000 miles, while also regulating brake and tyre emissions for the first time.

The regulations will come into effect from 29th November 2026 for newly introduced models, while all vehicles on sale must comply within a year.

In Northern Ireland, the regulations will apply automatically, while in Great Britain, the Government is consulting on adopting the rules to ensure alignment with the European market.

i247 Group said the regulations shift greater compliance responsibility onto SMR practices, adding considerations onto tyre selection.

It suggested that Euro 7 will have the biggest impact on light commercial vehicles (LCVs), especially urban delivery fleets, due to the high levels of stress on tyres and brakes.

The regulations will also test electric vehicle (EV) battery durability.

To ensure Euro 7 compliance, i247 Group is anticipating increased demand for SMR technologies such as proactive and predictive maintenance management solutions.