610.24—Validity of test data.
The Administrator will make a determination as to the validity of manufacturer-furnished test data on the basis of:
(a)
The correlation between the test procedures used by the manufacturer or testing agent and the procedures prescribed in subpart D;
(b)
The choice of test vehicle(s) as representative of the manufacturer's claim for operation and/or principles of operation;
(c)
The degree of control exercised over ambient and operating conditions in the tests, including vehicle calibrations;
(e)
Disclosure of all test data acquired on the device, whether representing positive, negative, or inconclusive results;
(g)
The extent to which test data include evaluation of the durability of the device, or its effect on vehicle durability.
The Administrator will make a determination as to the validity of manufacturer-furnished test data on the basis of:
(a)
The correlation between the test procedures used by the manufacturer or testing agent and the procedures prescribed in subpart D;
(b)
The choice of test vehicle(s) as representative of the manufacturer's claim for operation and/or principles of operation;
(c)
The degree of control exercised over ambient and operating conditions in the tests, including vehicle calibrations;
(e)
Disclosure of all test data acquired on the device, whether representing positive, negative, or inconclusive results;
(g)
The extent to which test data include evaluation of the durability of the device, or its effect on vehicle durability.