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Vehicle Inspection Equipment for Light-Duty Vehicles, Heavy-Duty Vehicles, and Motorcycles

A French designer and manufacturer since 1989, Capelec equips vehicle inspection centers with complete test lines: emissions, braking and suspension, lighting, and on-board diagnostics. Compliant, robust, and remotely maintained equipment for light-duty vehicles, heavy-duty vehicles, and two-wheelers.

A complete measurement system for every vehicle category

A vehicle inspection center’s operations rely on rapid throughput, measurement accuracy, and strict compliance with official protocols. Capelec designs devices tailored to the demands of daily operations.

Vehicle Inspection for Light Vehicles (LV)
Equipment designed for passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and commercial fleets. Capelec solutions integrate into universal inspection lines to ensure reliable diagnostics in direct connection with test bench software.

Equipment families developed by Capelec

Capelec manages the entire value chain, from R&D to industrial assembly:

#1
Emissions Analysis and Emissions Control

Gas analyzers for gasoline engines, opacimeters for diesel engines, and particle counters 

#2
Brake and Suspension Testing

Roller brake testers, skid plates, suspension test stands, and integrated scales.

#3
Lighting and Visibility

Electronic and optical headlight adjusters for precise beam alignment, compatible with halogen, xenon, LED, and directional matrix technologies.

#4
On-Board Diagnostics and Safety

OBD readers for regulatory inspections, tachometers, and speed/temperature sensors

Why choose Capelec

Design office and factory together in Montpellier: you deal directly with the designer and manufacturer of your equipment, from design to maintenance. Equipment in use on every continent, with subsidiaries in Germany and India.

30+ years

designing and manufacturing measuring equipment

ISO 9001

certified production, every unit checked at the end of the line

10%

of revenue invested in research and development

48h

to receive a proposal tailored to your project

Prepare Your Center Project

New, expansion, or renewal: our guides to help you define your project before discussing it with our teams.

Industrial Manufacturer: Compliance, Precision, and Support

Choosing Capelec means working directly with the designer of measurement technologies.

Regulatory compliance guaranteed

Our equipment is designed to adapt to changes in local and international standards. Capelec works closely with metrology organizations to ensure the legal validity of each measurement chain.

Reliability and operational continuity

The mechanical and software design of our tools is aimed at maximizing uptime on the inspection line, minimizing downtime on the test lanes.

 

Technical Support and Genuine Parts

Our technicians and our network of authorized partners handle installation, commissioning, periodic calibration, and preventive maintenance.

Equip a center or become a partner distributor

Whether you’re planning to open a new center, upgrade your inspection line, or add Capelec equipment to your international distribution catalog, our teams will review your project and send you a customized proposal within 48 hours. Request a quote

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Capelec provide a complete vehicle inspection line?

Yes. Capelec designs and manufactures all the stations in a vehicle inspection line: emissions testing, braking and suspension, lighting, and on-board diagnostics. The equipment within a single line shares a consistent ergonomic design, which simplifies operator training and maintenance.

Is Capelec equipment compliant with the regulations in my country?

The equipment is designed to keep pace with evolving standards. Thanks to its in-house expertise in software and electronic circuit boards, Capelec adapts the equipment to local protocols, units of measurement, and regulations. Applicable certifications are verified on a project-by-project basis.

Who is responsible for installing and maintaining the equipment?

Capelec technicians and a network of authorized partners handle installation, commissioning, periodic calibration, and preventive maintenance. Remote maintenance enables updates and remote troubleshooting.

What types of vehicles can a center equipped by Capelec inspect?

Capelec offers equipment for light-duty vehicles, heavy-duty vehicles, and Category L vehicles (motorcycles, scooters, tricycles, ATVs), as well as complete inspection lines and a mobile inspection line.

How soon can I expect a quote?

Describe your project using the quote request form: a customized proposal will be sent to you within 48 hours.

Planning a vehicle inspection center?

Setting up, expanding, or renewing a testing line: describe your business and your facility, and we’ll send you a customized proposal within 48 hours.

Become a distributor 

Join Capelec's network of qualified professionals and offer your customers reliable, recognised vehicle inspection equipment.

 

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