Usually observing on the roads of our country a large number routine control civilian guards that is to ensure that each and each One of the drivers is in accordance with different laws, In addition to verifying that the circulation documentation is without jeopardizing other users.
Under normal conditions, Benemérita Agents usually check the vehicle insurance documents, circulation permit, or if it has a technical inspection of vehicles on a date. However, from next 2026 they will ensure that you will also carry A new element which can become crucial to preventing traffic accidents.
What is the new element we need to wear in the glove area?
As stated by the lines since next January 2026 will be “mandatory” Transfer the emergency lights V16, “random accidents that replace classic triangles to indicate that the vehicle was immobilized on the road or that the load has been lowered on it.”
General Transport to “advance in the field of road safety and accidents reduction,” he said “Yellow lighthouse which is endowed with connectivity and can emit 360 ° high intensity light and occasionally and continuously for at least 30 minutes. ”
Where should we bring an all-of-Light V-16?
As stated “Our vehicle for our vehicle” So in the event of a breakdown, “activate in seconds” and place it “preferably on the roof of the vehicle.”
In addition to issuing the aforementioned “Light signal”will be directly linked to the DGT 3.0 platform to transfer their real location and notices other users of the situation to reduce the fatal accidents on the road.
Is it mandatory?
This has no doubt become a big question of a million for all those drivers who echoed the news. Yes, it will be mandatory from 1. January 2026As explained by DGT: “From this date, this device will be the only legal means of signaling immobilized vehicles so that cars, mixed vehicles, buses and cars will be intended for transporting goods accessories inside“
What is the fine if the civilian Guard ‘hunt’ without these devices in the glove area? Well, drivers can sanctions for agents A fine of up to $ 80Which would be $ 200 (and 4 points on the driver’s card) if the user concerned decides to leave a vehicle on the road, stopped without a reflective vest as it is cataloged as a serious violation.