Goodbye to the Triangle In summer, the process will begin whereas we will begin to say goodbye to the traditional emergency triangles that have been with us since July 1999. Emergency triangles are set to be replaced using a flashing orange light which, when fixed to the highest part of the vehicle, such as the roof, provides a more secure method of indicating … Read More
Warning Triangles to be Replaced The DGT is planning to implement a significant change to how people are protected in the event of their vehicle becoming immobilised on the road, by replacing the mandatory requirement for warning triangles with emergency lights. Concern has been growing over the number of deaths on the roads, and an increase in the number of incidents following a continual … Read More
Portable Warning Lights May Become Compulsory In the event of an incident or breakdown on the roads, we hopefully know the procedure to follow, donning our high visibility vest and placing one or two warning triangles protecting the vehicle, and then summoning help, but it is becoming increasingly apparent that this procedure is not enough. Whether it´s because the rules are not being followed correctly, or … Read More
Warning Triangles It is mandatory for all vehicles to carry two warning triangles. These triangles must be of a certified standard for Europe. Homologation certification is shown by the presence of a label, sticker or stamp, similar to that on child seats, which, amongst other codes referring to the manufacturer and other details, shows the letter “E” and a number in a … Read More
Failing to Carry the Correct Emergency Equipment Offence: Failing to Carry the Correct Emergency Equipment. Failing to carry the correct emergency equipment in the car will result in a fine. The mandatory equipment you must carry are two warning triangles, a reflective vest, and spare wheel, along with the tools to change it. It is no longer mandatory for you to carry spare bulbs or a spare set … Read More
Mandatory Equipment When Driving In Spain MANDATORY EQUIPMENT WHEN DRIVING IN SPAIN. Now you can check if your car has all the compulsory equipment according to Spanish Traffic Law. In the first photo we have published the page of the Reglamento General de Vehiculos where you can read all you need carry in your car; – Spare Wheel and tools to change the wheel. – 1 … Read More
