27 / 07 / 2025
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.
From August 19, 2025, international transport vehicles must comply with new tachograph requirements. The aim is to harmonize road transport standards across the EU and ensure fair competition. The Smart 2 tachograph is a key component of the EU Mobility Package. This advanced device offers enhanced accuracy, security, and functionality to support the enforcement of drivers’ hours regulations and improve road safety.
Non-compliance comes with consequences beyond fines. It can lead to:
Fines vary across EU countries, as each country sets its own penalties. This results in fines that range from 300 euros to 18.000 euros, and you even risk jail time in some countries. This is something we want to avoid.
To help you gain insight into the financial risks of non-compliance, we have created an interactive fines tool. By selecting a specific country in the EU, the tool displays the potential fines associated with failing to upgrade to a Smart 2 tachograph. The tool provides clear, country-specific details on fines, helping you understand the cost implications of not retrofitting your vehicles on time.
Want to avoid the fines and risks of not retrofitting your fleet? We’re here to help! Stoneridge has a network of dealerships to support transport companies during the retrofit process. This network entails over 5,000 importers, dealers, and workshops across Europe, all trained and qualified to service Stoneridge products. With Stoneridge, achieving compliance with the EU Mobility Package is seamless and efficient. Just take these simple steps and your fleet is ready in no-time!
Ensure all the trucks in your fleet are compliant and retrofit your tachographs before time runs out. Contact Stoneridge today to schedule your Smart 2 retrofit and stay ahead of the deadlines.
