About DEKRA

Who we are and what we do

DEKRA was founded in 1925 to ensure road safety through vehicle testing. Today, DEKRA is the world's largest independent, non-listed expert organization in the field of testing, inspection, and certification. As a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions, we help our customers improve their safety, security, and sustainability outcomes.

Our Vision for a Safe and Sustainable Future

Since 1925, DEKRA has been working to prevent accidents and damage. Learn more about our vision for a safer and more sustainable future, and how we work every day around the world to make it a reality.

From Local Vehicle Inspections to a Global Safety Pioneer

Discover DEKRA’s remarkable journey from 1925 to the present day—from a local provider of vehicle inspection services to a global expert in safety, inspection, and certification services. The milestones achieved along the way, growth driven by innovation, and a strong commitment to promoting safety have shaped DEKRA’s current position.

Meet the DEKRA Group's Leadership Team

DEKRA’s leadership is building a future where safety and progress go hand in hand—ensuring that our customers can operate with confidence in an ever-changing world.

An Overview of the 2025 Figures

Explore the key figures and achievements that illustrate DEKRA’s global operations and show why customers trust our expertise year after year.

Pioneering and innovating services since 1925

Discover more about what we do and what defines us

At DEKRA, we strive to create a positive impact beyond our core business. Learn about our sustainability efforts, community involvement, and dedication to creating a safer and better world.

Sustainability at DEKRA

Sustainability is what drives us. We are shaping a future in which the economy and environment are in harmony.

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Frequently asked questions

"DEKRA" stands for "Deutscher Kraftfahrzeug-Überwachungs-Verein e.V." (German Motor Vehicle Inspection Association). Under this name, DEKRA was originally founded in Berlin in 1925.

DEKRA was founded as an association in Berlin in 1925. The full name of the association was “Deutscher Kraftfahrzeug-Überwachungs-Verein e.V.”.

You can find a detailed overview of our history here.

DEKRA employs 48,155 people worldwide (as of December 2025).

DEKRA was founded in Germany originally and today DEKRA is active in over 60 countries around the world.

DEKRA is represented on the continents of Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Asia and Australia.