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Technical Services

Knowledge transfer

With our expertise, we’ll get your developments onto the road faster – safely, in compliance with regulations and with an eye to the future.

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Knowledge transfer

From the idea to approval - we support you

Whether it’s the EU, ECE, Japan, China or the USA: on the path to obtaining the appropriate type approval, authorisation and homologation, you face complex technical and regulatory challenges. TÜV NORD’s Institute for Automotive Engineering and Mobility (IFM) supports you throughout the entire product development process – drawing on many years of experience, direct links with regulatory authorities and bespoke solutions that strengthen your competitiveness.

Who we are there for - our target groups

Our expertise transfer services are aimed at anyone involved in 

  • type approval,
  • homologation and
  • registration

You will benefit from our many years of experience, our in-depth understanding of technical regulations and a practical approach to knowledge transfer, whether through face-to-face discussions, workshops or bespoke training programmes.

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Your advantages at a glance

  • Up-to-date regulatory knowledge: in-depth insights into new and upcoming EU and UNECE requirements and beyond
  • Early guidance: understanding legal developments at an early stage and utilising them strategically
  • Direct access to the legislative process: access to political bodies, working groups and decision-making channels
  • Tailored knowledge transfer: bespoke consultancy, workshops and training programmes
  • Strong partnership in development: support in the early stages for greater planning certainty and efficiency
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Why IFM from TÜV NORD?

■ As a technical service provider, we operate transparently and reliably
■ Direct insight into standardisation work and legislative initiatives
■ Many years’ expertise in type approval and development support
■ Close links with regulatory bodies, committees and industry partners
■ Early integration of regulatory requirements into development processes

Our services for car manufacturers, suppliers and authorities

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Electric mobility & alternative powertrains

Safely test and approve alternative propulsion systems

From batteries to hydrogen and e-fuels: we support the development and type-approval of innovative propulsion technologies through independent testing and international expertise.
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Autonomous & connected driving

Developing automated driving functions safely

We support the development, testing and type-approval of automated and connected vehicles throughout their lifecycle – from ADAS to highly automated driving.
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Market Surveillance & Conformity

Bringing products to market in compliance with the law

We test vehicles, systems and components for compliance with legal requirements and assist regulatory authorities and manufacturers with market surveillance.
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Testing of components and systems

Validating components and systems with confidence

Whether components, assemblies or complete systems – we test safety, quality and performance in accordance with international standards and regulations.
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Vehicle inspection and approval

Efficiently guiding vehicles through type approval

From individual type-approval to series production approval, we guide your vehicle safely and efficiently through complex national and international approval procedures.
Start the approval process now
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Laboratories & Testing Services

Highly accurate testing laboratories for safe mobility

Take advantage of state-of-the-art testing laboratories and accredited testing procedures for vehicles, components and powertrain systems – reliable, independent and internationally recognised.
Enquire about a testing laboratory now
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Imported Vehicles & Approval

Services for national and international licences

From individual approvals to export certificates: we support the inspection, approval and registration of your imported vehicles with our experience and international expertise.
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IFM – Institute for Automotive Engineering and Mobility: An Overview

An overview of all services, examination areas and topics.

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IFM – Institute for Automotive Engineering and Mobility