The ideas to equip the vehicle windows with a tuning are diverse. In addition to various foils, dipping or steaming, individual engraving is also an option. But is it allowed? An optimal and unobstructed view through the windshield is essential for ...
Continue reading "The US parking light is only rarely approved by the TÜV!
It is well known that in Germany there is a precise legal definition of what the correct lighting should look like on the vehicle. These regulations affect both domestic and foreign vehicles. This means that an imported vehicle that is equipped with special lighting must also meet these legal requirements ...
Continue reading "Devil Eyes foil to stick on! Is that actually legal?
A few days ago we were asked by a reader whether the so-called Devil-Eyes headlights are allowed. When asked, he was referring to the small strips to stick on and not to a complete headlight for retrofitting. Mostly they meant ...
Continue reading "A body strength report for the engine swap?
Recently updated on January 23, 2024 at 10:58 a.m. Are you planning a complex engine replacement to significantly increase performance? The plan is not to use the engine from the 316 in a BMW 320i, but ideally to use the V12 from the 850Ci ...
Continue reading "Fastening the license plate: Magnet / Velcro mounting allowed?
Recently updated on April 3, 2023 at 12:53 p.m. When it comes to attaching a fallen or a new license plate, magnetism is actually a good alternative to the traditional license plate holder. But is it even permitted in Germany to ...
Continue reading "Mandatory driver's license exchange - all information!
Recently updated on January 26, 2021 at 12:11 p.m. A large number of driving licenses were issued before January 19.01.2013, XNUMX. There is now a step-by-step plan for these that is intended to regulate the exchange of old driving licenses. The structured exchange procedure should...
Continue reading "OLG judgment: work on vehicle electronics only for qualified companies!
Thanks to modern technology and the corresponding software, it is now possible for almost everyone to intervene in vehicle electronics. This allows errors to be read out and eliminated in a targeted manner. This approach saves both time and money. However, it is important to ...
Continue reading "Entry of the Airride and the mysterious BOKraft circle!
We recently answered a question about the Airride air suspension. One of our readers wanted to know whether it is legally possible to lower the vehicle so that it rests on the side sills. Our answer …
Continue reading "Depositing / parking with the Airride - what is allowed?
A few days ago we received an interesting question from our reader Rolf H. Rolf wanted to know: With a vehicle with Airride air suspension, is it allowed to lower it while stationary so that the sills touch the ground? Our answer: …
Continue reading "Perforate brake discs yourself? Is that even allowed?
Recently updated on October 17, 2022 at 01:38 a.m. We are regularly asked whether it is possible and permitted to punch brake discs yourself! Our answer: It is possible, after all the steel used is...
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