Business · 18/07/2025Updated: 10/16/2026 · 1 min read

NHTSA Grants Exemptions for Motorcoaches with Side-Facing Seats

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted 13 petitions to temporarily exempt motorcoach manufacturers from installing shoulder belts at side-facing seats, allowing them to continue using lap belts instead.

Original source language: Federal Register — National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationOpen original release →

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