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Institute for Vehicle Technology and Mobility (IFM)

As an international service provider, we are active in numerous countries. No matter in which markets you want to operate - our comprehensive, global network is at your disposal. We support you in all phases of your project, from the initial idea through development to the finished product.

Safely onto the market: with technical expertise and global experience

TÜV NORD's Institute for Vehicle Technology and Mobility (IFM) supports vehicle manufacturers, suppliers and developers in bringing innovative technologies to the road safely and in compliance with regulations, from the initial idea to international type approval.

As an accredited testing laboratory and designated technical service with decades of experience, we combine technical expertise with customer-orientated service.

 

IFM at a glance:

  • Decades of experience in the homologation of vehicles and vehicle parts
  • Europe-wide designated technical service
  • Accredited test laboratory DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025
  • Accredited inspection body DIN EN ISO/IEC 17020
  • International locations with local expertise

 

Your path to successful authorisation

Whether prototype, individual vehicle, small / large series vehicle or system component: we test, evaluate and accompany you safely and efficiently on the way to approval.

We support you:

  • Worldwide homologation, type approval and market authorisation of new products, technologies and innovations
  • Testing and evaluation in accordance with international specifications, regulations and standards
Prüfingenieure bei der Maschineninspektion im IFM

Technical expertise that builds trust

TTechnological complexity, international regulations, increasing time pressure: the challenges in vehicle development are manifold. With IFM, you have a strong partner at your side who reliably combines testing expertise, approval experience and individual support.

Your advantages:

  • Direct access to experts
  • Personalised support and short coordination channels
  • International project support and market expertise
  • TÜV NORD GROUP - Quality and safety guaranteed

Your industry – Our experience

We support:

  • Vehicle and body manufacturers
  • suppliers
  • Engineering service providers and vehicle developers
  • Start-ups in vehicle technology
  • Mobility service providers and fleet operators
  • Authorities, NGOs and research institutions
  • Dealers, importers and tuners

Our Services for Automobile Manufacturers, Suppliers, and Government Agencies

Knowledge transfer

Research and Development

With our expertise, we’ll get your developments on the road quickly, safely and in full compliance with the law.
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Electric mobility & alternative powertrains

Future propulsion systems tested and evaluated

TÜV NORD tests alternative powertrains – from electric motors to hydrogen – to ensure safe, efficient mobility for the future.
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Cybersecurity & Product Safety

Safe technology right from the start

TÜV NORD assesses cybersecurity and product safety – ensuring products are compliant with standards and resilient.
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Market surveillance & conformity assessment

Launching in compliance with the law

TÜV NORD tests products for compliance with standards – ensuring safe market access and reliable market surveillance.
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Testing of components and systems

Reliability for components and systems

TÜV NORD carries out comprehensive testing of components and systems – to ensure safe, high-performance products that comply with standards.
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Vehicle inspection and approval

Vehicle approval with TÜV NORD

TÜV NORD provides expert reports for vehicle type approvals – ensuring safe mobility in accordance with legal requirements.
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Laboratories & Testing Services

State-of-the-art testing laboratories for safe products

TÜV NORD offers specialist testing services – reliable, compliant with standards and using state-of-the-art laboratory technology.
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Institut für Fahrzeugtechnik und Mobilität