TüV for poptops

[d8smt]

Hi all,

Still looking at options for a camper/day van. One question I have about the poptops is the TüV compliance and it's importance abroad to have it.

So I know what the TÜV testing is, but my question is - what are the implications of (regularly) driving a van abroad, particularly in the DACH region, with a poptop that is not TÜV certified? Is it likely to be a problem/illegal/insurance issue?

Reason for asking is that I've found quite a decent van but with a Drivelodge roof, which is not TÜV certified, and I will be making regular visits to Germany.

cheers
Dave

 

[archersam]

Honestly cannot imagine that is going to be an issue specially something that is not safety related. I doubt THQ headlights etc are TUV approved for example.

 

[CAB]

If it is legal in the UK then it is legal to drive it abroad.

Might have trouble if you moved there and tried to import it.

 

[Salty Spuds]

Hi all,

Still looking at options for a camper/day van. One question I have about the poptops is the TüV compliance and it's importance abroad to have it.

So I know what the TÜV testing is, but my question is - what are the implications of (regularly) driving a van abroad, particularly in the DACH region, with a poptop that is not TÜV certified? Is it likely to be a problem/illegal/insurance issue?

Reason for asking is that I've found quite a decent van but with a Drivelodge roof, which is not TÜV certified, and I will be making regular visits to Germany.

cheers
Dave

If it’s a road legal UK registered van, then you’re over worrying.

 

[Ayjay]

I suspect you're overthinking it but Drivelodge as a brand might need a bit more research in terms of general reputation - personally, I've never heard of them (but that doesnt neccessarily mean that they're not any good).

 

[Salty Spuds]

I suspect you're overthinking it but Drivelodge as a brand might need a bit more research…..

You have now, and I bet their google hits have shot up. That reminds me, I need to cut my astroturf…….