Technischer Überwachungsverein (TÜV)
English translation: Technical Inspection Association
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German Engineering Control Association (TÜV) Explanation: Have come across this concept a lot and it does not just mean MOT! |
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technical control board Explanation: or technical supervisory board are both suggested by Hamblock/Wessels, also supported by google hits Reference: http://www.google.com/search?q=t%FCv+technical-control-board... |
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technical inspection association Explanation: From a TÜV website: TÜV CERT, TÜV-Zertifizierungsgemeinschaft e.V., is the umbrella organisation of the Technische Überwachungs-Vereine (technical inspection associations), TÜV, for the certification of management systems, personnel qualifications and products in line with international standards and European directives |
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Technical Surveillance Association Explanation: I just found this site too, which calls TÜV the Technical Surveillance Association and has a history of the German "TÜV". This is backed up by the second site (TÜV Rheinland of North America) which states: "What does TÜV stand for? TÜV is a German acronym for Technischer Überwachungs-Verein. In English it means Technical Surveillance Association." Reference: http://www.germany-info.org/newcontent/be/be_6a1.html Reference: http://www.us.tuv.com/service/faq/faq1.html |
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TÜV-Quality, Management, Security and Certification. Explanation: There is no equivalent in America or the UK. I have lived in Germany for 10 years. The TÜV is an independent body that tests almost everything produced or imported into Germany. They stand for: Quality, Management, Security and Certification. I would try to get away from the literal translation and offer an explanation in support. |
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Technical Inspection of Vehicles Explanation: Leo Online...German National born and raised in Germany (now US resident) This is the actual place where one has its vehicle inspected and/or registered. Lucky for US citizens who can have this done by any reputable mechanic |
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