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Tachograph compliance guides

Practical articles on legal obligations, data management and preparation for enforcement inspections — written by tachograph specialists.

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Reference guide

Tachograph symbols: digital icon meanings explained

Clear guide to the four activity symbols (driving, other work, availability, rest), card and crew icons, OUT, ferry/train mode and warning symbols every HGV driver should know.

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New legislation
Effective 1 July 2026

Tachographs for vans: new obligation from July 2026

From 1 July 2026, vans of 2.5–3.5 t in international transport must have a digital tachograph. Find out who is affected, what you need and how to prepare.

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Overview
Updated for 2026

Who must evaluate tachograph data from 2026

Trucks, buses, vans in international transport and self-employed drivers — a clear overview of all transport types subject to the evaluation obligation.

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Complete guide
Step by step

Digital tachograph: how to correctly download, evaluate and archive data

The complete compliance guide: deadlines 28/90 days, what you need, the correct process and what inspectors actually check.

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