Information from the Commission concerning the non-application of certain provisions of Regulation (EU) 2020/698 by Germany

COVID-19 outbreak

(Regulation (EU) 2020/698 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 May 2020 laying down specific and temporary measures in view of the COVID-19 outbreak concerning the renewal or extension of certain certificates, licences and authorisations and the postponement of certain periodic checks and periodic training in certain areas of transport legislation (OJ L 165, 27.5.2020, p. 10))

(2020/C 193 I/01)

Notification by: Germany

In conformity with the relevant provisions of Regulation (EU) 2020/698, Germany informed the Commission on 5 June 2020 that it has decided not to apply certain provisions of the Regulation (EU) 2020/698.

Provisions of Regulation (EU) 2020/698 that Germany has decided not to apply:

—	Article 5(1) concerning the time limits for the periodic roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers under Directive 2014/45/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (1);

—	Article 5(2) concerning the validity of roadworthiness certificates under Directive 2014/45/EU.

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(1)  Directive 2014/45/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on periodic roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers and repealing Directive 2009/40/EC (OJ L 127, 29.4.2014, p. 51).