The three central building blocks
Understand the technology, start the retrofit, set up processes
- Understand the right technologyWhat exactly is the Smart Tacho GEN2 V2, and what sets it apart from older devices? Answers on the page about the second-generation smart tachograph.
- Start retrofitting nowWhich steps does installation involve, what costs should you realistically expect, and what applies to the company card and driver cards? See the retrofit process and costs.
- Set up processesTechnology alone is not enough — you also need processes for data download, archiving and driver training. Our urgent action plan with its checklist helps with that.
Why speed matters now
Workshop capacity is already tight
The conversion potentially affects a large share of the European van fleet at the same time — and the obligation is already in force. Workshop capacity is correspondingly tight: anyone who has not yet acted risks acute waiting times and disruption to operations. Start taking stock of your fleet without delay.
More on the legal basis of the change in the legal change 2026 section, more on the risks of late implementation in the consequences and fines section.