Technology

From the on-board management system CI-Bus to type approval, standardization and traffic safety - the technical department deals with a large number of different topics.

Department Technology The CIVD Technology Department is committed to political issues relating to technology, the environment, safety and standardisation of the caravanning industry. Find out more
CI-BUS The caravanning industry is becoming digital: Thanks to modern CI-BUS on-board management systems, many devices on board motor caravans can be controlled via a single tool. Find out more
Type Approval Framework Regulation 2018/858 has reformed Europe-wide type testing and market surveillance. The aim: to establish uniform procedures in all EU member states. Find out more
CEN Standardisation European standards assure the safety and quality for leisure vehicles. The CIVD supports its members nationally and internationally. Find out more
Road Safety Motor caravans are one of the safest means of transportation on the road. Compared to other motor vehicles, the risks and consequences of accidents are significantly lower. Find out more
Road Traffic Law Depending on the total weight and tyre age, the speed limit for vehicle-caravan-combinations and motor caravans is defined – in the sense of road safety. Find out more
EU Driving License The standard driving licence class B is sufficient for driving most vehicle-caravan combinations and motor caravans throughout Europe. Special regulations apply to heavy vehicles. Find out more
Driving license reform The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament vote in favor of B driving licenses for motorhomes up to 4.25 t - a position welcomed by the Caravanning Industry Association. Find out more
Motor Vehicle Tax for Motor Caravans The taxation of motor caravans depends on the weight and emission class of the motor caravan. Find out more
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Department Technology The CIVD Technology Department is committed to political issues relating to technology, the environment, safety and standardisation of the caravanning industry. Find out more
CI-BUS The caravanning industry is becoming digital: Thanks to modern CI-BUS on-board management systems, many devices on board motor caravans can be controlled via a single tool. Find out more
Type Approval Framework Regulation 2018/858 has reformed Europe-wide type testing and market surveillance. The aim: to establish uniform procedures in all EU member states. Find out more
CEN Standardisation European standards assure the safety and quality for leisure vehicles. The CIVD supports its members nationally and internationally. Find out more
Road Safety Motor caravans are one of the safest means of transportation on the road. Compared to other motor vehicles, the risks and consequences of accidents are significantly lower. Find out more
Road Traffic Law Depending on the total weight and tyre age, the speed limit for vehicle-caravan-combinations and motor caravans is defined – in the sense of road safety. Find out more
EU Driving License The standard driving licence class B is sufficient for driving most vehicle-caravan combinations and motor caravans throughout Europe. Special regulations apply to heavy vehicles. Find out more
Driving license reform The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament vote in favor of B driving licenses for motorhomes up to 4.25 t - a position welcomed by the Caravanning Industry Association. Find out more
Motor Vehicle Tax for Motor Caravans The taxation of motor caravans depends on the weight and emission class of the motor caravan. Find out more
Repair Manual for Motor Caravans and Caravans The repair manual for motor caravans and caravans, is an important source for qualified experts, insurance companies and vehicle repair shops. Find out more