We support you with type approval certificates and help you streamline the complete vehicle homologation process to bring products successfully to global markets.
We support you with type approval certificates and help you streamline the complete vehicle homologation process to bring products successfully to global markets.
While vehicle type approval or certificate of conformity is granted to vehicles, systems, and components that meet a minimum set of regulatory, technical, and safety requirements, “vehicle homologation” is the term for the entire vehicle approval process. An approval is a government-issued certificate that allows a product to enter a market. The process starts with initial assessments, followed by Conformity of Production tests (CoP tests) according to standards and directives. The final phase involves the preparation of substantiated technical reports that are forwarded to the authorities to obtain final approval.
TÜV SÜD helps you to successfully gain legal access to your target markets by meeting all relevant legal requirements. We support you during the complete vehicle homologation process.
Have a look at our video which shows how automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers can export their vehicles and components to new markets by demonstrating regulatory compliance. Learn how we can support you in accessing global automotive markets:
Vehicle type approval and vehicle homologation helps vehicle and components manufacturers to thoroughly understand and manage different country regulations and certification processes. Understanding the local regulations, which are often written in the local language (e.g. INMETRO is only available in Portuguese), is vital to avoid miscommunication and delays in the vehicle homologation process.
Ensuring compliance with specific requirements of the automotive target market avoids last-minute product adjustments.
Streamlining the vehicle homologation process for multiple target markets at once can also increase efficiency, reducing development costs and time to market. All of this, together with the demonstration of vehicle safety, can enhance your brand reputation with consumers and regulators.
TÜV SÜD is the trusted partner for vehicle type approval certificates to many of the world’s leading car brands and OEMs. We offer a comprehensive range of automotive homologation services that help you to obtain approval for vehicles, systems, and components.
As an expert homologation partner of the automotive industry, we have access to test laboratories all over the world. We are a technical service provider of the categories A, B, C and D according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025. We are accredited for over 400 national and international testing procedures.
Our services include various knowledge, documentation and testing services. This includes CoP tests, technical support, and automotive homologation services for compliance to European and non-European vehicle type approvals.
Our technical advice for the entire vehicle life cycle supports you with various global approval processes. Our multi regulation management is a holistic service package that enables automotive OEMs and suppliers to access multiple markets efficiently. We are also able to interpret local standards for which we are not accredited by performing a gap analysis to identify potential non-conformities.
We always stay up to date with all the latest automotive regulatory changes worldwide to advise you on best practices. As a global service provider, we support you locally in your country and ensure an efficient market access for your vehicles.
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With our comprehensive service portfolio, we can assist you with complete vehicle homologation projects.
Our experts help you to identify and understand the overlaps and evolving requirements of different regulations. We develop test plans that allow you to achieve multiple certifications within a single project.
Our global experts understand international regulations and speak the language of your target market. In markets where TÜV SÜD is not accredited, we interpret local standards and perform a gap analysis to identify potential non-conformities. We facilitate the closing of these gaps, the vehicle type approval process, and all communication between your business and the local authority.
We support you with complete homologation projects or during capacity bottlenecks. Our services help you obtain European and non-European type approval of your vehicles, systems, and components. This includes overall documentation check, preparation of technical reports for approval authorities, and project management along the entire homologation process.
Our local language experts provide an interface between your organisation and the relevant national authorities and certification bodies. This ensures smooth communication throughout the homologation process.
We provide the full scope of testing for whole vehicles, systems, and components against various global regulations and standards. Once you have obtained approval from the authorities, our experts also help you with CoP tests. Conducting tests that cover several market requirements helps you save development costs and time.
We support you to achieve AV single vehicle approval to operate your ADAS/AD vehicles safely on public road. We support you in achieving a smooth market roll-out of your automated driving technologies by validating performance, safety, and security.
We help AV manufacturers develop a solid safety and cybersecurity concept. Our AV conformity assessment is adapted to your individual needs. It applies to individual vehicles for testing purposes, like automated bus shuttles, prototype fleets or mobility services.
Our support builds on state-of-the-art safety standards such as ISO 26262. Our holistic safety and security evaluation goes beyond standards as it considers SOTIF, fail operational systems, and cybersecurity, for which we have developed an assessment method specifically tailored for automated vehicles.
Type approval and homologation of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are specialised due to their unique technologies and stringent regulatory requirements. FCEVs and BEVs incorporate advanced systems such as high-voltage batteries, fuel cells, and electric powertrains that require thorough testing to ensure safety, performance, and environmental compliance. They must also meet specific zero-emission, energy efficiency, and safety standards that are more demanding than those for conventional internal combustion vehicles.
We help you to successfully bring your sustainable mobility solutions to market. To optimise testing programmes, we identify the relevant automotive regulations and standards for your hydrogen-powered FCEVs and BEVs in your target markets. Our test labs perform the necessary vehicle certification and approval tests at the material, component, and system levels to make them road-ready and compliant with evolving environmental regulations.
Our global vehicle homologation services cover European type approvals as well as several country-specific regulations worldwide.
We offer a comprehensive range of e-Mark certification services in accordance with the following EU framework regulations:
For self-propelled working machinery that is not covered by these vehicle categories, we are appointed by the German government for national type approval testing. We are appointed by the German type approval authority “Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA)” to carry out Conformity of Production (CoP) clearance testing and inspection. Particularly for manufacturers outside of the EU, this helps reduce homologation costs.
The United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specify mandatory minimum requirements for the design, construction, performance, and durability of vehicles, as well as regulated automobile safety-related components, systems, and design features. Our homologation experts are familiar with existing FMVSS regulations and will identify the relevant requirements for your motor vehicles and automotive components.
The Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) define minimum safety performance requirements for new vehicles and components. CMVSS compliance is required for the vehicle homologation process. To ensure efficient access to the Canadian automotive market, our experts support you through the CMVSS testing, self-certification, and compliance process.
We help you identify the correct ADR vehicle category and highlight the regulations that must be met. To ensure you comply with the applicable ADR, our homologation experts will work with you throughout the testing, self-certification, and compliance process. As part of the testing process, we provide you with a framework that ensures your compliance with ADR certification, putting you in the best possible position for a seamless entry into the Australian market.
The CCC Mark (China Compulsory Certificate) is a mandatory requirement for imported and domestically manufactured products. Our multilingual teams have a complete understanding of the CCC mark certification process. They provide you with a framework that ensures CCC certification compliance and seamless market entry. We support you at every stage, from determining which products require CCC, technical advisory for the complete CCC certification, through to certification and post-certification.
TÜV SÜD is fully accredited to VSTD standards. We have close working relationships with all relevant Taiwanese authorities such as VSCC Taiwan, ITRI, Ministry of Transportation and Communication (MOTC), Bureau of Energy (BOE), and Environmental Protection Administration (EPA). Our familiarity with VSTD regulations and the approval process ensures that your products remain compliant with the latest regulatory developments. This helps you to take products to market quickly and effectively while minimising cost.
TÜV SÜD has operated in South Korea since 1994. We have extensive knowledge and experience of the country’s automotive homologation process. We maintain an active Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Korea Testing Laboratory (KTL), Korea Testing & Research Institute (KTR), and Korea Testing Certification (KTC). Our safety and EMC testing results are recognised by KTL, KTC, and KTR in support of your KC certification applications. We offer our customers an efficient KC certification process through our expertise and close partnership with the relevant testing bodies. Our network of accredited, state-of-the-art testing laboratories test a wide variety of products to KC certification standard requirements.
TÜV SÜD is committed to helping you tap into the vast potential of Brazil’s automotive market by achieving conformity to the latest INMETRO requirements. Supported by our global network of testing facilities and homologation experts, we offer a comprehensive range of INMETRO certification services.
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