What is a type approval?
An EU type approval (EU homologation) proves that a vehicle meets the regulations and standards set by the European Union (EU) for road vehicles. The EU has established a set of rules that cars must comply with to ensure safety, environmental friendliness, and other requirements.
To achieve EU Homologation, car manufacturers need to demonstrate that their vehicles meet these EU regulations. This involves conducting various tests and providing documentation to prove the car's compliance with safety features, emissions limits, technical specifications, and other criteria.
Once a car receives EU Homologation, it is considered legally approved to be sold and driven on the roads within the European Union member countries. This certification ensures that the car meets the EU's strict standards and helps protect consumers by promoting vehicle safety, environmental sustainability, and overall quality.
EU VEHICLE TYPE APPROVAL
HMC-Classic is approved by the Swedish Transport Agency. **EU TYPE-APPROVAL OF VEHICLES PRODUCED IN SMALL SERIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 41 OF REGULATIONS (EU) 2018/858 AS AMENDED BY REGULATION (EU) 2022/2236**
How do I register a
Backdraft HMC Classic?
ISO CERTIFICATES
HMC Handmadecars, the manufacturer of the EU homologated Backdraft Roadster model "HMC Classic", takes quality and sustainability seriously. The company has been certified for both ISO 9001 and 14001, demonstrating its commitment to producing cars that are both well-made and environmentally conscious.
ISO 9001 is an internationally recognized standard for quality management systems, which ensures that a company's products and services meet customer and regulatory requirements while continuously improving performance. HMC Handmadecars certification shows that the company is dedicated to providing its customers with exceptional quality in all aspects of its operations.
ISO 14001, on the other hand, focuses on environmental management systems, helping organizations reduce their environmental impact and comply with relevant regulations. HMC Handmadecars certification for ISO 14001 demonstrates its commitment to sustainability, minimizing the impact of its operations on the environment and promoting sustainable practices throughout the organization.
By prioritizing quality and sustainability, HMC Handmadecars is competitive among other classic car manufacturers. The company's dedication to these principles ensures that its customers can enjoy driving their high-performance cars with the knowledge that they are made to the highest standards and with the environment in mind.
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Instructions: Importing a vehicle from an EU country
Here are the step-by-step instructions for registering a vehicle coming from another EU country*.
VAT for a new vehicle
If the imported vehicle is new and comes from another EU country, you need to notify the tax authorities and pay VAT.
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Submitting documents when applying for verification of origin
When applying for a control of origin for the import of vehicles from an EU country, you must submit the following documents to the Swedish Transport Agency:
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Step 1: Application
You can either submit a signed confirmation of the application you have created via our e-service or you can submit a completed application form.
Step 2: Vehicle documents
If the imported vehicle is new and has no previous permanent registration, and if it is subject to a whole vehicle approval, you must submit the original CoC document. The CoC (Certificate of Conformity) is issued by the manufacturer.
Attach a copy of the CoC document from HMC Handmadecars (see annex).
Step 3: Copy of purchase document
Attach a copy of the bill of sale, receipt or other documentation that clearly shows that you have become the owner of the vehicle. The bill of sale should contain information about the seller, the buyer, the details of the sale and the date. Please note that the identification number (chassis number) or other specific information about the vehicle must be included in the details of the bill of sale.
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Follow these instructions carefully and make sure to submit the correct documentation to facilitate the process of importing and registering your vehicle from an EU country.
*Note: This instruction has been taken from the Swedish Transport Agency. It is important that you check the instructions and requirements with the respective country's Transport Agency where you are importing the vehicle.