Homologation

In order to get registered, US Vehicles have to be adjusted to conform to the laws and regulations specific to the countries of destination.

The main point of the focus here are the exhaust – fume regulations which vary from country to country and are extremely complex.
Another point to watch for is the lightning equipment – especially the main headlights.

For the testing of vehicles and vehicle components.
In Europe there are three systems in parallel: EU guidelines ; ECE regulations and the StVZO (Road Traffic Licensing Regulations).