03 / 08 / 2025
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!
The EU Mobility Package introduced stricter tachograph regulations to create a safer, more efficient and fairer transport industry. The Smart 2 tachograph plays a key role in enforcing these rules, with features like automatic border crossing, tracking of loading and unloading, and extended data storage. It also improves security with advanced anti-tampering measures. These improvements strengthen driver rights, ensure fair competition, and enhance road safety.
Mandatory retrofit for all first generation Smart 1 tachographs for international transport vehicles
In all goods vehicles above 2.5 tons, for international transport only
Ignoring the Smart 2 mandate can lead to severe consequences, including fines up to €18,000 (this varies by country), operational delays at border checks, and potential reputation damage leading to lost business opportunities.
Tachographs have evolved significantly since their introduction in the 1950s. The first tachographs were analog devices and used paper discs to record mileage, speed, and driving/rest times. This required a lot of manual handling and offered limited accuracy.
A big change came in the early 2000s, when digital tachographs introduced automated data logging and improved accuracy. However, they still required manual downloads and lacked connectivity features. The arrival of smart tachographs in 2019 revolutionized compliance monitoring. These devices introduced automated border crossings, real-time GPS tracking, and enhanced security features to combat fraud and improve efficiency.
The Smart 2 tachograph is the latest evolution, incorporating even more automation, security enhancements, and telematics integration, making fleet management more streamlined than ever.
The EU Mobility Package wasn’t rolled out overnight. A few major deadlines have already passed, but two more deadlines remain to keep an eye on:
At Stoneridge, our answer to the EU Mobility Package is the SE5000 Smart 2. We’re committed to ensuring you remain compliant, both now and in the future. Schedule your retrofit to the SE5000 Smart 2 tachograph today and stay ahead of the upcoming deadline.
The SE5000 Smart 2 builds on previous versions, offering enhanced automation, security, and efficiency for fleet managers. One of its key features is the automated border crossing, which uses Galileo OSNMA to seamlessly track border movements, removing the need for manual entries. Additionally, the tachograph now logs loading and unloading events, ensuring better compliance oversight and improving operational transparency. Security has also been enhanced with stronger encryption and fraud detection mechanisms, making data tampering significantly more difficult.
To ensure ongoing compliance, the SE5000 Smart 2 supports firmware updates, keeping the tachograph aligned with the latest regulations. Moreover, fleet managers can seamlessly monitor their fleet’s data to ensure compliance and optimize efficiency. Stoneridge offers solutions compatible with all major Fleet Management Systems, enabling companies to gain valuable insights into driver and vehicle performance.
Our mission is to ensure your fleet remains compliant, so you won’t have to deal with any of the risks. That's why we created our SE5000 Smart 2 tachograph. But we do more than just installing a new tachograph. We offer guidance on several key aspects, including choosing and installing a new Smart 2 tachograph. Our network of 5,000+ importers, dealers, and workshops across Europe ensures you won’t have to travel far to retrofit your fleet. We also provide training for you and your drivers to ensure seamless integration.
Do you want to take action and ensure compliance? Streamline your fleet operations with us. Schedule your retrofit today and stay ahead of the EU regulations.
