To place vehicle components on the market anywhere in the world they are normally tested and approved by an appropriate authority. Most countries insist on proof of compliance with national or international standards, regulations or directives coverage safety and or environmental performance.

BSI is accredited as a technical service by the VCA (Vehicle Certification Agency) to assist with the mandatory certification of vehicle components for use in the European Union. Depending on the intended market, BSI offers both ECE Regulation approval and EEC Directive approval.