Activities

Technical Committee

The Technical Committee comprises national experts from each member association and includes in its work the preparation of representations to both the EC and to national governments whenever appropriate. Other aims include the standardisation of vehicle test procedures and equipment specifications throughout Europe and the promotion of an improved exchange of market information including national statistics.

Working groups meet regularly to deal with specialist subjects such as vehicle lifts, engine diagnostic, tyre/wheel servicing equipment etc.

AFCAR

EGEA is a member of AFCAR, the Alliance for the Freedom of Car Repair in the European Union. Its goal is to safeguard free competition in the automotive market for service, maintenance and repair and to represent independent aftermarket stakeholders with regard to unrestricted access to technical information.

Motor Vehicle Emission Group

EGEA participates in the Motor Vehicle Emission Group, which is a Working Group under the auspices of the European Commission, Directorate-General Enterprise Unit Automotive Industry. The objectives of the MVEG are: completing, adapting and simplifying the Internal Market regulatory framework, promoting globalisation of the technical regulatory framework through the UN/ECE.

CITA (International Motor Vehicle Inspection Committee)

EGEA participates in the activities of CITA. This Committee aims at improving road safety and protecting the environment as well as developing best practice on compulsory inspection internationally. CITA is an worldwide forum for exchanging information, experience and expertise. It co-ordinates and promotes research and studies, organises conferences and seminars.