Export Market · Europe

Germany

Germany demands full EU type approval (WVTA) - the highest compliance bar, but also the gateway to the EU market. NEV imports additionally require battery passport compliance.

Key Import Facts

Type approval	EU WVTA required
Registration	TÜV / DEKRA technical checks
NEV rule	Battery passport obligation
Top demand	EV sedans, premium SUVs, commercial vans

What Importers Should Know

EV sedans and premium SUVs lead interest from dealers; commercial vans are the fastest-growing Chinese import segment.

Questions Buyers Ask

Can I sell a Chinese EV in Germany?

Yes - with EU WVTA and battery passport documentation; factory cooperation shortens approval.

What role do TÜV checks play?

Registration requires technical inspection; conformity files must match the imported batch.

Is RHD an issue?

No - Germany is LHD; EU homologation covers LHD builds.

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Market intelligence reviewed by the Motarox trade desk · 2026-09-07 · indicative trade-desk guidance — verify current rules with a licensed customs agent before quoting.