TÜV NORD supports you in the smooth transition to your new, EU-compliant driving licence document. Find out which deadlines apply, which documents are required and how to proceed step by step.

Even in everyday car transport, unsecured loads can quickly become a hazard. Even emergency braking can exert enormous forces that can turn even light objects into dangerous projectiles. TÜV NORD shows you how to secure your load correctly - with practical tips for the boot, roof and interior.

An ergonomically correct sitting position is not only crucial for riding comfort, but also for your safety on the road. If you sit incorrectly, you will react more slowly, tire more quickly and risk more serious injuries in an emergency. On this page, you can find out what is important when it comes to the correct riding position.

Whether you want to be safe on the road, drive in an environmentally conscious manner or be well prepared for the general inspection: you will find valuable information about your vehicle in our guides and tips. From e-mobility and vehicle safety to current legal regulations: Our experts give you practical recommendations to help you stay mobile.

Navigation system, parking aid or heated seats: modern cars offer numerous extras that can increase comfort and safety. However, not every optional extra pays off in the long term. In our guide, you can find out which equipment features really make sense, what you should look out for when buying a car and which extras also play a role when reselling.

AdBlue is essential for modern diesels with SCR catalytic converters: it converts harmful nitrogen oxides into harmless water vapour and nitrogen. Around ten per cent of passenger cars in Germany (mainly Euro 6) are affected, as well as almost all trucks, agricultural machinery and vehicles used by the police, emergency services and public transport.

Brakes use friction to convert kinetic energy into heat, making them one of the most important elements for safe driving. Find out from TÜV NORD how disc, drum and parking brakes work, what advantages they offer and how long brake pads and brake discs last on average.

The indicator lights in the car signal to us in different colours that something is wrong. The most important indicator lights and warning lights and their meaning.

TISAX® is a testing procedure for information security in the automotive industry based on ISO 27001. It uses the VDA-ISA catalog to evaluate ISMS. Successful tests, such as those conducted by TÜV NORD, result in the issuance of a TISAX® label, which is recognized by VDA members and manufacturers such as Audi and BMW.

The ENX Association's Vehicle Cybersecurity (VCS) audit program focuses on standardized audits for cybersecurity management systems in the automotive sector, based on ISO/PAS 5112 and ISO/SAE 21434, and offers certification via the ENX platform upon successful testing by providers such as TÜV NORD.