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What do tachograph symbols mean?

Tachograph symbols graphically represent all information collected by a digital tachograph.

  • Instant symbol recognition: Quickly understand what each tachograph symbol means to avoid confusion during daily driving and inspections.

  • Legal compliance made simple: Learn how tachograph symbols relate to EU driving time, rest periods, and legal obligations.

  • Fewer fines and roadside issues: Reduce the risk of penalties by correctly interpreting warnings and activity icons.

  • Designed for drivers and fleet managers: A practical guide that supports safer driving, smoother operations, and confident compliance.

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