Homologation of Components and Accessories

Components and Accessories are tested according to the applicable EC and ECE regulations listed below. In addition, TÜV Rheinland Berlin Brandenburg issues specific own testmarks , which can be affixed to the product and can also be fully utilized in product marketing.

Components for motorcycles
Relevant EC Directives relevant for the components of motorcycles can be found under the following address: http://europa.eu.int/comm/enterprise/automotive/directives/motos/index_map.htm

Components for automobiles
Relevant EC Directives relevant for the components of automobiles can be found under the following address: http://europa.eu.int/comm/enterprise/automotive/directives/vehicles/index_map.htm

Components for tractors
Relevant EC Directives relevant for the components of tractors can be found under the following address: http://europa.eu.int/comm/enterprise/automotive/directives/tractors/index_map.htm

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There are strong analogies between the EU laws and the ECE Directives in regard to the technical provisions. In addition to the EC Directives, more than 100 provisions were developed under the patronage of the UN-ECE (1958 Agreement): http://www.unece.org/trans/main/wp29/wp29wgs/wp29gen/wp29fdocstts.html