News and changes
New implementing acts, guidelines and positions of supervisory authorities — and what they mean in practice.
What is changing this year in the designation of supervisory authorities for the tyre passport?
Little will change concretely this year in terms of who will oversee the tyre passport; however, the structure within which this will take place is being prepared at EU level.
Read more →The most common mistake in purchasing contracts for the tyre passport
Many companies leave the digital tyre passport out of their purchasing contract, with the result that nobody can demonstrate they are responsible for the data. This article shows where this goes wrong and how you can avoid it.
Read more →What documents do I need for supervision and enforcement of the tyre passport?
An overview of the documents that are relevant when a supervisory authority asks questions about the tyre passport, and why retention period is at the heart of the matter.
Read more →How long does it take to provide your existing inventory with a tyre passport?
The processing time for the digital product passport does not depend on the number of tyres, but on how quickly you obtain usable product data and how that data is organized.
Read more →What determines the costs per tyre model for the digital tyre passport?
Not every tyre model costs the same to include in the digital product passport. This article explains which factors determine the price per model and where that amount comes from.
Read more →Does the tyre passport also apply to tyres that are already mounted on a new car?
A frequently asked question from importers and fleet managers: does a tyre that the car manufacturer has already installed also count towards the digital product passport? This article explains the difference between tyres sold separately and tyres as part of a vehicle.
Read more →Which employees in your company are involved with the tyre passport?
Not everyone in your company needs to know the regulation, but a few roles will be dealing with it on a daily basis soon. This article outlines them.
Read more →What happens if you do not have this conversation with your software supplier about the tyre passport?
Postponing the conversation with your software supplier feels harmless, but it has practical consequences once the digital tyre passport becomes mandatory. This article describes soberly what is at stake.
Read more →What is different about the conversation with your software supplier if you also sell abroad?
The core of the digital tyre passport is the same across the entire EU, but a few practical matters differ per country. This article shows what you need to pay attention to in your conversation with your software supplier once you start selling across borders.
Read more →Can I host the digital tire passport myself?
You can often handle the preparation and submission of data yourself, but long-term hosting and keeping the tire passport accessible requires a number of technical guarantees that not everyone wants or can provide.
Read more →What is changing this year in your conversation with your software provider about the tyre passport?
The delegated act for the tyre passport does not yet exist, but software providers are already adapting their offerings to the standards that are in place. What that means for your conversation with them is explained here.
Read more →What mistake do companies make when talking with their software supplier about the tyre passport?
Companies often treat the conversation with their software supplier as a purely technical project and forget who remains responsible for the content and accuracy of the data. This leads to a functioning system with a gap in liability.
Read more →What documents do I need when importing tyres from outside the EU?
When importing tyre models from outside the EU, an additional link is added to the tyre passport: this article lists which documents you need and why this particular situation requires extra attention.
Read more →How long does it take to add a new tyre model to an existing digital product passport?
For a company already working with the digital product passport, the question is no longer whether, but how quickly a new tyre model can be added. This article outlines the steps and the most common delays.
Read more →What does the QR data carrier cost on a tyre for the digital product passport?
The QR data carrier is a separate cost item in addition to the passport itself: this article explains where the amount comes from and which choices determine the price.
Read more →Does the tire passport apply if you only purchase tires for your own fleet?
Not everyone who purchases tires must also prepare a passport. This article explains when collecting and publishing data falls on your shoulders, and when you are merely a user of a passport that someone else has already created.
Read more →What is the difference between the tire label and the digital product passport for tires?
The EU tire label and the digital product passport are two separate obligations with different purposes; this article explains how they relate to each other and what that means for your business.
Read more →What are the consequences if I don't arrange the tyre passport for my fleet?
For fleet managers, the supplier usually arranges the tyre passport, but those who import tyres themselves or lack visibility into the status run risks during inspections, lease contracts and maintenance planning.
Read more →In which language must the tire passport be presented when you sell abroad?
Companies that place tires in multiple EU countries wonder whether the digital product passport must be in the local language per country. This article explains what is already known about this and what still needs to be determined.
Read more →Can I determine myself whether my business is a supplier under the tyre passport?
Explanation of what you can determine yourself when determining your role as a supplier in the digital product passport for tyres, and at what point expert advice is needed.
Read more →What is changing this year in the requirements in tire purchasing contracts?
Officially, nothing is changing this year in the legal obligation for a tire passport, but in practice, procurement departments are already including clauses on data, maintenance and responsibility. This article explains what that means for your contracts.
Read more →What mistake do companies make when linking data to the QR code of the tyre passport?
The most common mistake is linking the QR code to the wrong level of information — to the model instead of to the batch or the individual tyre. This article explains how that happens and how to recognise it.
Read more →What documents must I be able to show during a tyre passport inspection?
An overview of the documents that may be relevant during an inspection, and why the passport supplements rather than replaces the underlying product documentation.
Read more →How long does it take to switch to a different supplier for the tyre passport?
Switching to a different software provider for the tyre passport usually takes a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on the data transfer and the interfaces that need to be reconfigured.
Read more →What determines the cost of a software integration for the tire passport?
The price of an integration between your company software and the digital product passport for tires does not depend on a single fixed rate, but on a few concrete choices you can inquire about in advance.
Read more →Which types of tyres fall under the digital product passport?
The ESPR Regulation identifies tyres as a product group, but which specific types of tyres are subject to the obligation will only be determined once the delegated act is published.
Read more →Does the digital tire passport contain personal data covered by the GDPR?
The tire passport itself is composed of product data, not personal data; however, personal data can arise once a company links its own administrative data to the passport. This article explains where the distinction lies.
Read more →What happens if I don't keep the tire passport data up to date?
A tire's product passport doesn't stand still after creation: suppliers change, test reports are renewed and models disappear. This article explains clearly what it means if you don't implement those changes.
Read more →Does supervision of the tyre passport vary by EU country?
The technical requirements for the tyre passport are the same throughout the EU, but which supervisory authority checks compliance and how it acts is regulated differently in each Member State.
Read more →Can I provide the data for the tyre passport myself, or do I need an IT partner?
You can do part of the work for the tyre passport yourself; compiling, hosting and the QR data carrier usually require technical support. This article shows where that line is drawn.
Read more →What is changing this year in supervision of the tire passport?
An overview of what is and is not changing this year in supervision of the digital product passport for tires, and why most developments are still ahead.
Read more →What mistake do companies make when determining their role in the tyre supply chain?
The most common mistake is that companies assume another party in the chain will take care of the tyre passport. This explanation shows how that assumption arises and what you should watch out for.
Read more →What documents do I need for the contract with my software supplier for the tyre passport?
An overview of the documents you need before entering into an arrangement with a software supplier for the digital product passport for tyres, with particular attention to the agreement that is most frequently overlooked on this subject.
Read more →How long does it take before a tire product passport is online?
A concrete overview of the steps between submitting data and a working digital product passport, and the points where processing time stalls in practice.
Read more →What does it cost to maintain a digital product passport for tyres?
In addition to the initial setup, there are ongoing costs for hosting, updates and management of the digital product passport. This article explains where that amount comes from and what determines it.
Read more →Does the digital product passport apply to used and retreaded tyres?
An overview of how the regulation addresses second-hand tyres and retreaded tyres, and why this is a different question for tyre trading and fleet management than it is for new tyres.
Read more →What is a market participant in the digital product passport for tyres?
The regulation uses the term 'market participant' for anyone who places tyres on the market or trades in them. This article explains who falls under this definition and why the distinction with other roles matters for your business.
Read more →What are the consequences if you do not arrange a digital product passport for tyres?
An overview of what the ESPR regulation describes regarding compliance and supervision, and what that can mean for companies that do not have the passport in order once the obligation takes effect.
Read more →Does the digital product passport for tyres differ per EU country?
The passport itself is an EU-wide instrument, but supervision, language and existing national regulations on tyres vary between member states.
Read more →Can I arrange the digital product passport for tyres myself?
You can do part of the work on the digital product passport yourself, but some aspects are legally or technically beyond your own scope. This article shows where that boundary lies.
Read more →What changes this year regarding the digital product passport for tyres?
This year, most tyre businesses will see no legal changes yet, but the European process surrounding the digital product passport is moving closer. This article explains exactly what is shifting and for whom this is already relevant.
Read more →What is the most common mistake companies make with the digital product passport for tyres?
The most common mistake is treating the product passport as a one-off project rather than an ongoing process with a designated owner. This leads to missing or outdated data once the regulation takes effect.
Read more →What documents do I need for the digital product passport for tyres?
An overview of the documents that form the basis of a tyre passport, and why data traceability is at the core of the matter.
Read more →How long does it take to implement the digital product passport for tyres?
An overview of the phases a company goes through when implementing the tyre passport, and the points where the implementation time in practice often runs longer than expected.
Read more →What does a digital product passport for tyres cost?
There is no fixed rate for the digital product passport for tyres: costs depend on the number of products, the quality of your source data, and the duration of the mandatory hosting.
Read more →Does the digital product passport for tyres also apply to my company?
Not every company working with tyres faces the same obligation: the regulation looks at your role in the chain, not your sector.
Read more →What is a supplier in the digital product passport for tyres?
The term 'economic operator' will determine who is responsible for the product passport of a tyre. This article explains what the concept means and why the role, not the company size, is decisive.
Read more →The European tyre passport is an important instrument for transparency and safety in the tyre sector. With this passport, consumers gain insight into the actual quality and performance of tyres before making a purchase. This demonstrably contributes to better road safety.
For tyre manufacturers and resellers, the tyre passport means a standardization of information. All relevant data are presented in the same way, which makes comparison easier. This promotes fair competition based on actual tyre quality rather than misleading marketing.
The passport contains detailed information on wet grip, rolling resistance and external noise levels. These parameters provide a clear picture of how a tyre performs in real conditions. Consumers can thus better determine which tyre suits their driving behavior and wishes.
The introduction of the tyre passport also helps reduce environmental impact. By providing transparency on rolling resistance, drivers are encouraged to choose more fuel-efficient tyres, which reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. This benefits both wallet and planet.
For SMEs in the tyre industry, the passport offers opportunities. Companies that focus on quality can better differentiate themselves. Customers now understand why a better tyre is worth the money.