Quick update on this topic.
I received an email from Mr Hogan today as follows:
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Dear Mr Martin
As you are aware, the Australian Government announced on 23 June 2009 that ESC would be mandated through the Australian Design Rules (ADRs) for new vehicle models from 1 November 2011. Research both here and overseas has found that the technology has a significant potential to save lives and make our roads safer.
In line with your suggestion, the Department intends to raise the issue of ESC requirements for Individually Constructed Vehicles at the meeting of the Australian Motor Vehicle Certification Board on 25 November 2009. The Board comprises the Department and state and territory registration authorities. I will advise you further of the outcome.
Commonwealth certification arrangements apply to vehicles supplied commercially in limited numbers. While no consideration is currently being given to exemptions from ESC requirements, it is open to low volume manufacturers to provide the Department (me in the first instance) with more details of their cases.
Regards
Robert Hogan
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Basically the same response as Martin had, but at least they are aware of the situation.
If any manufacturers are watching this thread, please send off an email to Mr Hogan. I know he is refering to LV manufacturers, but kit manufacturers should also be making noise.
Cheers