Buying a car is often an important event. This makes it all the more important to obtain comprehensive information about the ADAC purchase contract for the car. The contract is a central document for both the buyer and the seller...
Continue reading "New TÜV guidelines 2024: Driving noise measurement for imported vehicles!
The year 2024 brings a significant change to the MOT guidelines, especially for owners of imported vehicles. Previously, it was possible to register an exhaust system on imported vehicles without EC type approval by means of a stationary noise measurement, provided that it did not have a parts certificate and was the only component that ...
Continue reading "How many high-visibility vests do you actually need in your car?
In Germany, it is essential for road safety to have at least one high-visibility vest in every vehicle. The regulation affects all cars, trucks, tractors, semi-trailers and buses registered in Germany. An exception are motorcycles for which high-visibility vests are not required...
Continue reading "How many compulsory hours of practice do you need to get your driving license?
Obtaining a driving license is a step into adult life. The focus is particularly on driving license classes B and BE. In this article you will find out everything you need to know about the compulsory hours required for practice and other relevant aspects when planning...
Continue reading "Does a shortened shift travel require registration? The information!
In the world of tuning, the question often arises as to whether certain modifications are subject to registration. One such tuning that is popular is shortening the shifter travel. Our article sheds light on whether a shift travel shortening must be entered and what legal framework conditions need to be taken into account...
Continue reading "Is Active Sound allowed in Germany? We have the information!
In the world of tuners, the sound of the engine is often just as important as the performance. This is why active sound systems are becoming increasingly popular. But what about the legality of sound enhancers in Germany? Is the Active Sound…
Continue reading "Increasing vehicle strength with high-performance tuning!
In the age of high-performance tuning, it is essential to ensure vehicle strength with significant increases in performance using strength reports (operational strength reports), especially if these exceed the 30% mark. Such an increase poses a significant challenge to the structural integrity of the vehicle. In …
Continue reading "Regulations for winter tires: Snowflake symbol becomes mandatory!
From October 2024, a change will come into force for cars and trucks in Germany: All new winter and all-season tires must then have the snowflake symbol, also known as the Alpine symbol. The regulation aims to improve safety on winter ...
Continue reading "How to sell a car with engine failure! Tips for the seller!
Engine failure is often a nightmare for drivers. If smoke comes out of the hood and the check engine light comes on, you need to act quickly. But what if a repair isn't worth it or is too expensive? In this article you will learn how…
Continue reading "Mercedes-Benz recall: consequences of the emissions scandal!
German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz is once again at the center of a large-scale recall. This time the focus is on diesel vehicles, in which the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has identified inadmissible defeat devices. This is a direct consequence of the new case law of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) and the...
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