Canary Islands Vehicle Inspection Regulations Updated

The Canary Islands government has introduced new changes to regulations governing vehicle inspections (ITV) to better align with current national laws and address local industry challenges.

Key Changes

• The update primarily removes the previous requirement for technical inspectors to have a minimum of one year of experience.
• Focus shifts to inspectors' educational qualifications—such as Técnico Superior en Automoción or similar.
• Clarifies the roles and supervision duties of inspection personnel.
• Emphasizes the need for qualified technical staff.
• Updates procedures for handling special situations like force majeure or staff absence.
• Eliminates outdated equivalence tables between titles, ensuring standards reflect current qualifications and industry practices.

Goals and Impact

• Enhance safety by improving inspection quality.
• Lower vehicle emissions.
• Make employment conditions more flexible for technicians.

"These adjustments are part of broader efforts to ensure reliable vehicle safety checks, protect the environment, and adapt to the evolving employment landscape for automotive professionals in the Canary Islands."

Implementation

• The new rules will take effect immediately after publication.
• Mark a significant step towards modernizing vehicle inspection standards in the region.