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Having a car in Germany can be expensive. There are many steps to complete, including car registration, insurance, and annual car inspections.

USEmbassy.Gov:

Registration of your car
The title (Fahrzeugschein) must always accompany the driver in the car; however you should not leave the registration in your unattended automobile.
All cars receiving German plates must be registered and pass the Technical Inspection (TÜV) within 90 days of the car’s arrival in Germany.
“D” decal Deutschland. You must display the “D” decal on the rear of your car when traveling outside Germany.
German law requires that all automobiles be equipped with:
• a triangle caution sign
• a first aid kit (DIN number 13164). First aid kits are available at the ADAC or German service stations.

Car Inspection (TÜV)
German law requires that all automobiles be inspected once every two years by the Technical Inspection Association (TÜV). Fees apply.

Vehicle Exhaust Emission Test (ASU)
Automobiles, except those with diesel engines, with a current registration must pass an exhaust emissions test (ASU) every year during the month of the TÜV inspection whether or not the TUV is due in that year. American style cars with an American style CAT only need go in every two years.

Insurance
German law requires that all registered automobiles carry third-party liability insurance.
Note: Every accident must be reported, without exception, immediately to the insurance company.

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