Tacho Calibrations for Commercial Vehicles; Coach, Lorries, Vans, Buses and Cars

Tacho calibration is essential to ensuring a commercial vehicle is functioning accurately, recording data correctly and is compliant with road safety.

• What is a tachograph? A tachograph is like a black box for commercial vehicles. It electronically records important data such as:

  • Driving time
  • Distance Travelled
  • Speed
  • Driver activity (driving, resting etc.)

• Why is calibration important? Accurate data from the tachograph is crucial for:

  • Driver compliance: Ensuring drivers follow regulations on driving hours and rest periods to avoid fatigue and accidents.
  • Road safety: Promoting safe driving practices by monitoring driving patterns.
  • Fleet management: Helping fleet managers track vehicle activity and optimize operations.

• What does calibration involve? Tacho calibration typically involves:

  • Checking the overall functionality of the tachograph.
  • Verifying the accuracy of measurements like speed and distance.
  • Adjusting the tachograph for specific vehicle characteristics like tyre size.
  • Updating software and configurations if necessary.