Automotive Translation Services
Automotive technical translation for manufacturers, suppliers, dealerships. Owner's manuals, service documentation, parts catalogues, technical bulletins, homologation documents, type approval. IATF 16949 knowledge, automotive terminology expertise.
Translation Services We Provide
Comprehensive translation solutions for automotive industry
Owner's Manuals
Vehicle owner's manuals, quick reference guides, infotainment system guides, warranty booklets, service schedules
Service Documentation
Workshop manuals, repair procedures, diagnostic guides, technical service bulletins, recall documentation, maintenance schedules
Parts Catalogues
Spare parts catalogues, parts diagrams, exploded views, part number consistency, accessory documentation, replacement part guides
Homologation & Type Approval
Type approval documents, homologation certificates, emissions documentation, safety compliance, vehicle registration documents
Marketing Materials
Brochures, specifications sheets, dealer training materials, promotional content, website content, press releases
Safety & Compliance
Safety recalls, compliance documentation, NCAP reports, crash test documentation, regulatory submissions
Why Choose Us
Automotive Industry Experience
Translators with automotive engineering backgrounds. Understanding of vehicle systems, powertrain terminology, ADAS technology
Technical Illustration Localisation
Multilingual DTP for complex diagrams, exploded views, callout localisation, part number consistency across languages
Model-Specific TM Databases
Translation memory per vehicle platform. 50% cost savings on variant documentation, facelifts, new model years
Regulatory Knowledge
Understanding of UNECE regulations, type approval requirements, emissions standards, safety compliance per market
Client Types We Serve
Vehicle Manufacturers (OEMs)
- Owner's manuals (all markets)
- Service documentation
- Parts catalogues
- Marketing materials
- Homologation documents
- Technical training
Automotive Suppliers
- Component documentation
- Technical specifications
- Quality procedures (IATF)
- Installation instructions
- Service bulletins
- Calibration procedures
Dealerships & Aftermarket
- Service manuals
- Parts ordering systems
- Customer communications
- Warranty documentation
- Training materials
- Marketing campaigns
Available in 200+ Languages
We provide this service in all major world languages
Our Process
1. Technical Documentation Review
Analyze manual structure, identify technical terminology, assess diagram complexity
2. Automotive Translator Matching
Assign translator with automotive engineering background. Verify familiarity with vehicle systems
3. Translation with TM Leverage
Use automotive TM databases. Maintain consistency across model variants. Technical terminology validation
4. Diagram Localisation
InDesign formatting for exploded views, callouts, technical illustrations. Part number consistency
5. Technical Validation
Second automotive engineer reviews. Verify technical accuracy, safety-critical terminology, regulatory compliance
Vehicle Documentation Translation
We translate owner's manuals, service documentation, and parts catalogues for automotive manufacturers launching vehicles globally, maintaining technical accuracy and regulatory compliance across multiple markets.
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Common questions about automotive translation services
Yes. We translate owner's manuals, quick reference guides, and infotainment system guides for automotive OEMs. Technical diagrams and callouts are localised whilst maintaining part number consistency.
Yes. We translate spare parts catalogues with exploded views, part number consistency across languages, and technical illustrations. Translation memory ensures consistency across model variants.
Yes. We translate type approval documentation, declarations of conformity, emissions certificates, and safety compliance documents for vehicle registration across markets.
We maintain automotive translation memory databases per vehicle platform and manufacturer. This ensures consistent terminology across all documentation and reduces costs on model updates.
German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Russian are most common. We cover all major automotive markets including EU, Asia, and Middle East.
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