History of the V16 beacon: from triangles to geolocation
The evolution of roadside emergency warning systems has been key to improving road safety. From traditional reflective triangles to the innovative connected V16 beacon, the road has been long but necessary 🚗. Today we'll tell you how we've developed the cutting-edge technology offered by the Hero Driver LED IoT beacon.
From triangles to immediate visibility
For decades, emergency triangles have been the standard method for warning of a stopped vehicle on the road. Although useful at the time, these devices carry significant risks:
- They force the driver to exit the vehicle, exposing himself to traffic.
- They take time to fit correctly.
- They are difficult to see in adverse weather conditions.
With increasing traffic and accidents related to these actions, a smarter and safer solution was needed.
The V16 beacon is born: more safety in less time
The arrival of the first generation of V16 beacons marked a turning point in emergency signaling. These lights are mounted on the vehicle's roof with a simple gesture, without having to leave the car, offering immediate 360° visibility ⚠️.
However, the revolution didn't stop there. With technological advances, the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) demanded a new standard: connected V16 beacons.
The future is now: connected and geolocated V16 beacons
Starting in January 2026, only connected V16 beacons will be permitted. What does this mean?
- They send the exact location of the incident in real time to the DGT 3.0 cloud 📡.
- They do not require pairing with the mobile phone or external subscriptions.
- They will remain active until 2040 thanks to their integrated IoT connectivity.
All of this enables faster incident management, reducing wait times for assistance and improving the safety of everyone on the road.
Hero Driver LED IoT: Safety and Cutting-Edge Technology
Designed in Spain, the Hero Driver LED IoT connected V16 beacon is one of the only ones on the market with connectivity certified until 2040 🏆. It's a DGT-approved device that includes:
- Anonymous geolocation in real time.
- Automatic connection without the need to configure anything.
- Alkaline battery included with 60 minutes of guaranteed autonomy.
- Compact size and high resistance to extreme conditions 🌨️.
Thanks to its advanced technology and ease of use, it's the ideal choice for drivers looking for safety, legality, and comfort in a single product.
Are you ready for change?
The evolution of roadside emergency systems isn't just about innovation, it's about saving lives. The Hero Driver LED IoT beacon not only complies with regulations, but also takes safety to the next level .
Get your V16 Hero Driver LED IoT beacon now and join the new era of road safety.
✅ Approved by the DGT ✅ Connected until 2040 ✅ Designed in Spain
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