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The Danish Road Traffic Authority (Færdselsstyrelsen) is the governmental body responsible for road safety – ensuring both safe mobility for all and a sustainable transport industry.
As the Danish authority on RSI and PTI, vehicle type approval, driving licenses, vehicle requirements, permits, and inspections of all kinds we have a widespread operation and are in touch with almost every car owner and transportation professional at some point. Furthermore, the Danish Road Traffic Authority is also responsible for PTI and vehicle requirements in Greenland.
Through dedicated management and operation, the Danish Road Traffic Authority works to make road traffic safe and sustainable and puts in a continuous effort to make our processes meaningful and efficient.
TURKA is the designated future operator of Türkiye’s national vehicle inspection and will become the sole institution authorized to perform periodic vehicle inspections as of 15 August 2027, under a 20-year concession awarded to the MOI Joint Venture (Metgün Group, Itversia Gestion S.L., Opus Group AB, and VTV Norte S.A.). With a network planned to include 249 stations across the country, TURKA aims to elevate road and vehicle safety by positioning inspection not merely as a legal requirement, but as an essential component of safe mobility.
Driven by next-generation approach, TURKA is designing an automated, transparent, and accessible inspection ecosystem equipped with cutting-edge technologies and environmentally responsible infrastructure. TURKA is also preparing dedicated test programs for electric vehicles and modern safety systems, ensuring readiness for the automotive sector’s ongoing transformation.
Placing sustainability, inclusiveness, and road safety at the core of its mission, TURKA is committed to building a technology-oriented inspection culture that enhances compliance, improves citizen satisfaction, and strengthens Türkiye’s national vehicle inspection framework under the supervision of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure.
CITA took part in the AECA-ITV Congress 2025, held on 19–20 November in Madrid, reinforcing its continued commitment to advancing vehicle inspection systems as pillars of road safety and environmental protection. AECA-ITV, a valued CITA member, once again brought together national and international stakeholders to address the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of PTI.
Under the motto “La movilidad del futuro pasa por la ITV”, the congress focused on how the Spanish PTI system—and its European and international counterparts—must evolve to keep pace with new mobility demands, regulatory updates, and technological progress. Representatives from Spanish public administrations, the automotive and mobility sectors, and organizations dedicated to safety and sustainability contributed to two days of high-level debate.
One of the congress’s key sessions featured Mr. Eduard Fernández, CITA Executive Director, who participated in a dedicated dialogue on the European regulatory evolution of PTI and its implications for Spain. Fernández outlined the ongoing developments within the EU framework, including revisions to inspection standards, the integration of digital inspection tools, and the growing relevance of connected and automated vehicle technologies.
He emphasized that PTI remains a proven and indispensable mechanism for reducing road fatalities and emissions, and stressed that regulatory updates must ensure that inspection procedures are capable of addressing modern vehicle systems throughout their entire lifecycle.
This session was moderated by Mr. Víctor Salvachúa Barceló (APPLUS+), leader of the CITA Task Force on Electric Vehicles and CITA Topic Area A.
CITA’s technical expertise was also reflected in exchanges involving Alejandro Checa, CITA Technical Director, who contributed to discussions on inspection methodologies, the incorporation of advanced vehicle technologies.
The congress addressed a wide range of aspects central to the transformation of PTI in Spain and beyond, including:
upcoming regulatory changes at EU and national levels;
updates to Spain’s ITV Inspection Procedure Manual and the Manual de Reformas;
the challenges of new vehicle technologies and the impact of ADAS on safety inspection needs;
the growing importance of communication campaigns to raise public awareness about the life-saving role of PTI;
contributions from institutions such as the DGT, ENAC, UNE, and major sector associations;
discussions on the societal value of PTI and its contribution to safer, cleaner mobility.
Participants from legislative, judicial, and executive bodies, as well as regional authorities, vehicle manufacturers, motorcycle and agricultural equipment associations, and insurance sector representatives enriched the debate with diverse perspectives.
CITA’s participation underscored the strong and constructive cooperation with AECA-ITV, whose biennial congress continues to serve as a key reference event for the PTI community in Spain.
CITA warmly congratulates AECA-ITV on the successful organization of the Congress and looks forward to continuing joint efforts in promoting excellence in vehicle inspection worldwide.
CITA participated in the XI General Assembly of the Intergovernmental Council of the Ibero-American Road Safety Programme (OISEVI), held last week from 10 to 12 November 2025 in San Salvador, El Salvador.
The event gathered high-level authorities from Ibero-American countries, together with representatives from international organizations, development banks, and key partners in road safety, including the World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), WHO/PAHO, FIA Foundation, Fundación MAPFRE, UNITAR, and CITA, among others.
The Assembly served as a key platform for cooperation, policy harmonization, and exchange of good practices in road safety management across the Ibero-American region, aiming to advance the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 3.6) by reducing road traffic fatalities and injuries by half.
On behalf of CITA, Mr. Wilhelm Ponciano took part as a panelist in Panel 4: “Safe Vehicles, Protected Users”, held on Monday, 10 November. The session focused on the crucial role of vehicle safety standards and inspection systems in protecting all road users, highlighting how robust PTI frameworks contribute to preventing crashes and minimizing risks.
The event concluded with the approval of the OISEVI 2025–2026 Work Plan and the renewal of commitments to strengthen technical and financial cooperation mechanisms across the region.
On 24 October 2025, about 100 CITA members joined an online webinar dedicated to Recommendation No. 27: Electric Vehicles – A Comprehensive Approach, presented by Víctor Salvachúa Barceló (APPLUS+), leader of the CITA Task Force on Electric Vehicles. The session was moderated by Alejandro Checa, CITA Technical Director.
Following the release of the Recommendation earlier this year, this webinar offered participants the opportunity to explore its practical and regulatory implications in greater depth. Mr. Salvachúa guided attendees through the document’s structure, highlighting how the Task Force developed a comprehensive inspection framework for electric and hybrid vehicles.
The presentation focused on critical aspects of EV inspection, such as electrical safety, lifecycle considerations, equipotential bonding, insulation resistance measurement, and the integration of electronic diagnostics. It also emphasized the importance of data accessibility, standardized inspection points, and software integrity checks—all essential for ensuring the safe operation and sustainability of the growing EV fleet.
During the discussion, participants exchanged views on how these proposals could shape the future of Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI) and support the evolution of EU and international regulatory frameworks.
CITA warmly thanks all participants for their active engagement and contributions, and extends special appreciation to the EV Task Force for its ongoing efforts to enhance safety and consistency in vehicle inspection systems worldwide.
On the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the European Garage Equipment Association (EGEA), CITA was represented by its Technical Manager, Olivier Pletinckx, at a special event held in Paris.
The celebration took place during EQUIP AUTO Paris 2025, the international trade show for automotive professionals, held at the Palais des Expositions de Versailles from 14 to 18 October 2025. This milestone gathering brought together key stakeholders from across the automotive aftermarket and equipment sector.
During the event, Mr. Pletinckx met with Marcin Barankiewicz, Secretary General of EGEA and Corporate Member Representative in the CITA Bureau Permanent, as well as Leon Andriessen, President of EGEA. Discussions focused on the ongoing cooperation between CITA and EGEA, particularly on shared priorities such as vehicle safety, access to data, and the future of garage and inspection equipment.
CITA congratulates EGEA on its 45 years of commitment to supporting and advancing the European garage equipment industry.
On 15 October 2025, more than 150 CITA members joined an exclusive webinar titled “AI in Vehicle Inspection: Practical Use Cases,” co-hosted by CITA and its member Pinja. The session offered a deep dive into how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the vehicle inspection industry through concrete, real-world applications.
The webinar featured expert presentations from Pieter ter Berg (Vice President, Mobility & Inspection, Pinja) and Matti Rita-Kasari (Technology Lead, Pinja). Together, they provided a comprehensive overview of current AI technologies, explored their role in vehicle inspection workflows, and discussed what organizations should consider when starting their AI journey.
The speakers began by contextualizing the evolution of AI—from early rule-based systems to today’s large language and multimodal models—before turning to how these tools are already reshaping inspection operations.
Through 11 practical use cases, the presenters showcased how AI can:
Assist inspectors with automated pre-inspection reports, instant access to regulatory expertise, and hands-free fault documentation.
Enhance customer communication through chatbots, automated fault explanations, and feedback analysis.
Optimise operations with tools for anomaly detection, regulation monitoring, predictive shift planning, and dynamic pricing.
Each example was grounded in practical benefits such as improved efficiency, data-driven quality assurance, and enhanced customer experience, while also highlighting limitations and key implementation considerations—like data quality, system integration, and compliance with the upcoming EU AI Act.
As underlined during the session, AI is not replacing human expertise—it is a tool to support inspectors, optimise decision-making, and make inspection networks more efficient and responsive. Participants left with actionable insights and resources, including references to the MIT “State of AI in Business 2025” report and the EU AI Act Compliance Checker.
CITA warmly thanks Pinja and all participants for contributing to this highly successful event.
Massar United was established in 2023 as one of the first companies licensed by the Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization (SASO) to provide Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI) services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Their mission is to enhance road safety and support environmental sustainability by delivering reliable and transparent inspection services in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
THIS DOCUMENT provides an overview of their organization, including our current operations, future expansion plans, and strategic objectives. They remain committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety, and they look forward to the opportunity of engaging with CITA to support the advancement of vehicle inspection services internationally.
Vehicle Safety Certification Center (VSCC), established in 2009, is a Non-Profit Organization and the only vehicle safety type approval institution authorized by Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC).
To enhance vehicle safety management, VSCC provides comprehensive services including vehicle and component safety type approval, vehicle safety test, accreditation of technical services, examination of in-use vehicle alteration, alcohol interlock device certification, taximeters functional check / diversified taxi APP fare check, vehicle safety investigation and recall supervision, management of the Taiwan New Car Assessment Program (TNCAP), promotion of vehicle electrification and decarbonization, intelligent vehicle and V2X product certification management.
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