Automotive Services

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

Automotive Services focuses on the design, construction and operation of motor vehicle inspection solutions throughout the world. These programs are provided to governments, manufacturers, traders, financial institutions as well as insurance companies on four continents.

Automotive Services has two main sub-categories: Statutory Vehicle Inspection Services (PDF 674KB) and Automotive Verification Services (PDF 822KB).

Statutory vehicle inspection is recognised worldwide as an important contributor to road safety and the reduction of the environmental impact of road traffic. However, such programs must be carefully designed to ensure that their objectives are met while additional measures must be introduced to ensure compliance.

As a world leader in inspection and certification services, SGS is totally independent from trade or industry and is not a manufacturer of testing equipment. SGS therefore provides a reliable infrastructure for independent, accurate and secure vehicle testing. Our experience has been developed from over 20 years involvement in the automotive industry, and our network of offices throughout the world helps us to provide a truly unique, independent and global service. In 2008, SGS performed more than 34,000,000 vehicle inspection across the globe.

Under the heading Automotive Verification Services, SGS offers a diverse range of services which can be applied at all stages of the vehicle lifecycle. Independent vehicle inspection can eliminate unnecessary claims for transit and warranty damage/loss which in turn, can reduce costs and delivery leadtimes as well as improve build quality and increase overall efficiency.

SGS offers quality service which is responsive, cost effective and tailored to individual requirements and allows the provision of standardised and comprehensive solutions to any customer. Inspections are paperless, and results transmitted to clients in real-time. Digital imaging, wireless communications and portable hand-held computers expedite processing, and our in-house data teams provide continual system support and upgrades.