24/08/2026
⚠️ Red triangles are OUT. V-16 beacons are IN ⚠️
If you're driving in Spain in 2026, that trusty warning triangle from the UK won't cut it anymore!
Since January 1st, ALL vehicles in Spain (yes, even UK-registered and hire cars!) must carry a DGT-approved V-16 emergency beacon.
Why the change?
📍 Automatically sends your GPS location to emergency services
🚗 Alerts other drivers even when you're safely away from your vehicle
✨ Massively improves roadside safety
The cost of not having one? €200 to €1,000 in fines – and YOU'RE liable, even in a rental car!
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