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Keeping up with all the regulations can be challenging—from OSNMA to data retention, and soon the Smart Tacho 2 for LCVs.

That’s why we’ve put together everything you need to know so you’re fully prepared for the new year. Start 2026 worry-free and compliant!

From 1 July 2026, tachographs will be mandatory for the first time for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) weighing more than 2.5 tonnes that carry out international goods transport. This measure therefore also affects parcel carriers.

Many drivers and couriers see the regulations as extra pressure or additional administration, but the new generation Smart Tacho 2 actually offers opportunities for the sector. With a tachograph, you gain control of your data. That means more insight, more control, and more efficiency—exactly what you need in a sector where every time slot counts.

From December 24, 2025, an OSNMA Smart Tacho 2 will be mandatory in all newly registered vehicles. OSNMA stands for Open Service Navigation Message Authentication. This is a new technology that ensures the GPS signals in your tachograph are always authentic and reliable. This way, you can be confident that you are always looking at the right data.

Fomco Trade, the official Stoneridge importer in Romania, recently hosted a seminar in Sovata, attended by more than 40 leading tachograph workshops and partners from across the country. Representing Stoneridge were Key Account Manager Olga Mitchell and Importer Customer Support Manager Laurent Duclos. The event provided an excellent opportunity to share the latest developments and insights with Stoneridge’s local network, which plays a key role in supporting end users throughout Romania.

Starting July 1, 2026, all vehicles weighing 2.5 tons or more and involved in international transportation must be equipped with a Smart 2 tachograph. This is a significant regulatory change for you as a fleet operator.

Over the past few years, updates to tachograph legislation were introduced as part of the EU Mobility Package. This came with new compliance requirements for fleets. These updates focus on enhancing driver well-being, improving road safety, and promoting fair competition across the transport sector. New legislation brings significant changes - here’s what you need to know as a fleet manager!

By the summer of this year, all trucks engaged in international transport still equipped with 1C Smart 1 tachographs must be upgraded to Smart 2 tachographs. August 19, 2025, is a crucial deadline to comply with the EU Mobility Package. Non-compliance with this regulation may result in significant fines. Here’s everything you need to know to stay compliant and avoid penalties.

Stoneridge introduces the SE5000 Smart 2 OSNMA tachograph. This second-generation is OSNMA-ready, ensuring fleets stay compliant, secure, and prepared for the future of European road transport.

Tachograph symbols play a crucial role in ensuring drivers and fleet operators stay compliant with EU or AETR regulations. These symbols are more than just icons; they help accurately record driving, working, and resting times, which are essential for road safety and fair competition in the transport industry. We’ll break down the key tachograph symbols and what they represent.