We are a Germany-based certification company specialized in European Type Approval for M1 category passenger vehicles. Our services are fully aligned with Regulation (EU) 2018/858, UN ECE Regulations, and the requirements of the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).

 

What is M1 Category?

M1 vehicles are motor vehicles designed and constructed primarily for the transport of passengers, with no more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat. These vehicles require Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA) before they can be placed on the European market.

 

Our Services Include:

• EU Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA) according to Regulation (EU) 2018/858
• Multi-Stage Type Approval (Annex IX) for incomplete or converted vehicles
• System and component approvals in accordance with UN ECE and EU directives
• Testing coordination with accredited laboratories
• Technical documentation preparation (Test reports, Technical files, CoP plans)
• Official representation in front of KBA (Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt)
• Conformity of Production (CoP) implementation and audit support
• National approval documentation for other EU countries when applicable

Regulatory Framework Covered:

• Regulation (EU) 2018/858
• UN ECE Regulations (e.g. R13-H, R94, R95, R48, R79, etc.)
• KBA requirements for type approval and CoP
• ISO / DIN / EN standards as applicable