August 19, 2025, marks a crucial deadline for road hauliers operating internationally. By this date, all affected vehicles will have to be equipped with a second-generation smart tachograph, in accordance with the requirements of the European Union's Mobility Package 1. This regulatory development aims to strengthen transparency, safety, and traceability in the road haulage sector.
The SE5000 Smart 2 tachograph, distributed in France by Inodis, meets these new requirements. It incorporates two key technologies: OSNMA, a Galileo satellite signal authentication system that protects data against tampering, and GNSS, an advanced geolocation technology that enables precise tracking of journeys and driving times. These innovations enable better control of rest periods, combat fraud, and ensure fairer competition between carriers.
For fleets already equipped with the SE5000 Smart 2, a simple software update is all it takes to comply with the new regulations. This operation can be carried out in authorized workshops within the Inodis network. However, vehicles equipped with older models will require a complete tachograph replacement, a procedure that requires approximately two hours per vehicle. Inodis strongly recommends planning ahead to avoid workshop congestion as the deadline approaches.
The reform is part of a broader European effort to modernize control tools and harmonize transport practices. Ultimately, all new vehicles will have to be equipped with Smart 2 tachographs upon first registration, while existing vehicles will have to be updated on a phased basis.
To support professionals in this transition, Inodis has provided a dedicated platform, montachy.fr, which centralizes useful resources: practical guides, tutorials, and regulatory information. The goal is to enable fleet managers to prepare effectively and avoid any non-compliance.
By anticipating the necessary steps now, carriers can not only comply with regulations, but also optimize the management of their fleet thanks to the new functionalities offered by these smart tachographs.