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This article provides a practical guide for Spanish drivers on how to avoid fines related to the mandatory use of the V-16 beacon.

Three V16 beacons are gaining popularity on Amazon for their effectiveness and compliance with safety regulations.

Storm Marta has prompted the evacuation of over 11,000 individuals and has affected more than 150 roads in Spain, particularly in Cádiz.

A recent storm in Spain has led to severe flooding and evacuations, especially in Andalusia, highlighting the danger of seeking refuge in vehicles during such events.

Storm Leonardo is causing heavy and persistent rainfall across the Iberian Peninsula, leading to preventive evacuations of over 3,500 people from their homes.

Storm Leonardo has severely impacted the Peninsula, particularly in Andalusia, with 73 roads affected and classes suspended in most areas except Almería.

The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) in Spain has introduced the digital V27 signal to enhance road safety and complement the V16 beacon system.

The article discusses the costs associated with registering an electric scooter in Spain, highlighting the legal requirements that owners must fulfill including registration and civil liability insurance.

The article discusses the costs and requirements for registering a Personal Mobility Vehicle (PMV) in Spain, particularly focusing on electric scooters and the need for civil liability insurance under new legislation.

Aedive expresses concern over uncertainty in Spain's electric vehicle sector despite positive registration numbers in January.

A DGT-approved V16 beacon is currently on sale on Amazon with a 50% discount, highlighting its autonomy, connectivity, and required certification despite ongoing debates about its necessity.

The article discusses the transition from a 'reasonable' period without fines for V16 beacon usage, as stated by Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska, to the announcement by Pere Navarro of the DGT that officers will start issuing fines for non-use during breakdowns or incidents on the road.

Pere Navarro, the director of the DGT, reaffirmed that drivers will face fines for not carrying the V-16 beacon, emphasizing that the ultimate goal is to save lives, not just impose fines.

Pere Navarro, the director of the DGT, emphasizes the need to prioritize public transport over private vehicles in urban areas to address mobility challenges.

The Popular Party has requested the DGT to provide reports demonstrating the effectiveness of V-16 beacons, which are mandatory for signaling breakdowns and accidents on the road starting January 1, 2026.

Amazon is offering winter discounts on V16 emergency beacons, recommended for cars and mandatory under the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) regulations.

Due to the International Winter Motorcycle Concentration Pingüinos 2024 taking place this weekend in Valladolid, the General Directorate of Traffic has implemented special safety measures for the influx of motorcyclists from across Spain and other European countries.

The DGT has announced a reasonable grace period before imposing fines for not having the V-16 beacon, highlighting its importance in reducing traffic accidents and pedestrian fatalities in Spain.

Extreme cold and snow are complicating traffic on 35 roads in Spain, prompting the DGT to urge caution due to ice and difficult transit conditions in multiple areas, primarily secondary roads.

Teresa Bueyes discusses concerns over the V16 beacon system and its associated risks, highlighting priorities that prioritize revenue collection over effective solutions.

Eighteen secondary roads are affected by a snow and ice storm, with the worst conditions reported in Asturias according to the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT).

New traffic regulations introduced by the DGT in 2026 will impact vehicle circulation, especially regarding access to Low Emission Zones and safety measures.

The morning show 'Espejo Público' questioned the Director of the DGT, Pere Navarro, regarding his comments about fines for not using V16 beacons, citing past statements he made during an interview.

The new V-16 connected beacon replaces traditional emergency triangles as a mandatory signaling device for vehicle emergencies.

Starting today, drivers in Spain are required to use the V-16 connected beacon instead of traditional emergency triangles for road emergency signaling.

Starting January 1, 2026, the V16 beacon will be mandatory in Spain, replacing the traditional emergency triangles, with no grace period for compliance.

The DGT has updated its list of valid emergency V-16 beacons, leading to confusion among drivers about which models are permissible following the withdrawal of several homologations.

The DGT has banned four models of V-16 beacons ahead of their mandatory use in Spain, causing confusion among drivers regarding compliance with the new regulations.

The DGT has reversed its decision and allows the continued use of withdrawn V-16 beacons until their end of life, although the controversy regarding legal safety persists.

The DGT has confirmed that mandatory insurance and registration for electric scooters will not be required starting January 2, 2026, until the regulation of their registration is completed.

A lawyer criticizes the implementation of V16 beacons, labeling them as discriminatory and a source of significant legal insecurity following the DGT's withdrawal of four homologations.

Starting January 1, 2026, all vehicles in Spain will be required to have a V16 signaling beacon, but Euskadi will still manage traffic incidents independently.

Starting January 2026, approved V-16 beacons connected to the DGT will become mandatory for vehicles, resulting in the phasing out of traditional emergency triangles, although there remains confusion among drivers regarding which lights will comply with the regulations.