Customised Vehicles Homologation
Individually built vehicles rarely fit into rigid standard processes. That is exactly why they need an approval strategy from the beginning — one that brings together donor vehicle, depth of modification, use case and target market in a consistent way.
For new one-off vehicles, EU individual vehicle approval under Article 44 of Regulation (EU) 2018/858 can be relevant, alongside national individual pathways depending on the case. In Germany, the KBA is the authority responsible for EU individual vehicle approvals.
From a special vehicle to a credible road-legal result
Whether one-off construction, specialist conversion, coachbuilt concept or technical special build: the question is not whether the vehicle is unusual. The real question is whether its technical logic and documentary basis are built correctly. That is exactly the structure we provide.
We assess early which approval route is realistic, efficient and economically sensible.
We classify the concept, base vehicle and level of modification from a regulatory point of view.
We define which technical records, inspections and proof points are required.
We guide the project toward a testable and approvable vehicle configuration.
We structure the documents, coordinate with technical services and manage communication with the relevant authorities.
We carry the project through to a workable one-off approval solution.
Yes, in principle. But it needs the right approval pathway and correct preparation. The EU framework expressly provides for EU individual vehicle approvals, and in Germany those are handled by the KBA.
Ideally before the final build specification is frozen. Early regulatory planning prevents expensive redesign loops later.
Yes. We assess the donor vehicle, the extent of modification and the required evidence as one integrated package.
A clear approval logic from the very beginning — technically, documentarily and organizationally.