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What function does the tachograph perform?

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Allows the driving and rest times of the driver using it to be monitored.

It records vehicle data and driver activity, allowing driving times, breaks and rests to be checked. Depending on its type and requirements, it also records data such as speed and distance. It does not physically prevent driving beyond permitted hours or act as a speed limiter. Whether it is mandatory depends on the vehicle, activity and applicable exemptions; it does not indiscriminately cover every passenger or goods transport operation.

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  • Prevents the driver from exceeding the maximum driving times.

  • Prevents the vehicle from exceeding the maximum permitted speed.

  • Allows the driving and rest times of the driver using it to be monitored.

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