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E4 / e4 approvals
E4 component certificates are type approvals granted to individual vehicle components, such as lights, mirrors, brakes, steering, etc. These certificates confirm that the component meets United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) requirements and regulations regarding quality, safety and environmental performance. While e4 refers to EU directive approvals.
Indication E4 and e4
The 'E' in the certificate indicates approval under UNECE regulations, while the number indicates the country that issued the approval. In the case of 'E4', this specifically refers to the Netherlands. The E4 certificate applies to components within vehicles that must meet ENECE standards for approval and manufacturing.
Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA) is a procedure that applies to whole vehicles in the European Union. An e4 WVTA certificate means that the entire vehicle has been tested and assessed for compliance with European safety and environmental requirements under EU directives and regulations. This certificate confirms that the vehicle complies with legal requirements and can be sold in the European market.
The E4 WVTA certificate covers aspects such as vehicle safety, emission controls, and noise levels. Manufacturers must obtain this certificate before selling their vehicles in the EU market. Once granted, the WVTA is recognised by all EU member states, simplifying the registration process across the entire EU without requiring further technical testing.
E4 component certificates simplifies registration in EU member states. Once granted, in one member state, the WVTA is recognised by all EU states, streamlining the registration process across the entire EU without further technical testing.
Holding E4 certificates helps ensure product quality and compliance, increasing credibility and market acceptance. Manufacturers often work toward obtaining these certifications to meet regulatory requirements and gain customer trust as manufacturers need them not only to legally market their products, but also to meet both regulatory and market-driven requirements.
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