Normativa de señalización de emergencia en Europa: qué exige cada país

Emergency signage regulations in Europe: what each country requires

Signaling a stopped vehicle on the road is a common obligation throughout Europe, but the specific requirements vary by country. For distributors, carriers, and professional drivers operating in in...
Baliza V16 en 2026: ¿sigue siendo obligatoria en España?

V16 Beacon in 2026: Is it still mandatory in Spain?

In recent days, information has circulated pointing to a supposed European ban on the connected V16 beacon. These interpretations have raised doubts among drivers about the validity of the obligati...
Comparecencia en el Congreso sobre la baliza V16 conectada: claves técnicas, regulatorias y de mercado

Appearance in Congress on the connected V16 beacon: technical, regulatory, and market keys

As of January 1, 2026, the connected V16 beacon is the only legally mandatory device for signaling a broken down or immobilized vehicle on public roads in Spain. This measure is backed by data, end...
Europa respalda la baliza V16 conectada y refuerza el marco normativo español

Europe backs the connected V16 beacon and strengthens Spain's regulatory framework

The debate surrounding the connected V16 beacon has been characterized by three main areas: mandatory use, road safety, and the European dimension. As of January 1, 2026, its use is mandatory in Sp...
Lo que nadie te explica sobre las balizas V16 conectadas: datos reales sobre anonimato, seguridad y funcionamiento

What no one tells you about connected V16 beacons: real data on anonymity, security, and operation

In recent weeks, various pieces of information disseminated on social media and some digital media outlets have generated confusion regarding the actual operation of connected V16 beacons. In light...
Mano activando baliza V16 luminosa naranja sobre coche, luz de emergencia visible
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Tips for storing and maintaining the V16 beacon in optimal conditions

Tips for storing and maintaining the V16 beacon in optimal conditions Road safety is a priority, and having a connected V16 beacon like the Hero Driver LED IoT makes all the difference. Its geol...
Baliza LED amarilla encendida en el techo de un coche negro al atardecer en carretera urbana
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Effect of replacing triangles with V16 beacons on road safety

Effect of replacing triangles with V16 beacons on road safety The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has initiated a revolution in road safety with the gradual replacement of traditional emer...
SUV BMW azul estacionado con luces traseras y delanteras encendidas al atardecer
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Common mistakes when using the V16 beacon and how to avoid them

Common mistakes when using the V16 beacon and how to avoid them The connected V16 beacon is an essential element for road safety, especially since it has become the official device for signaling ...
Baliza LED homologada DGT encendida sobre techo de coche al atardecer
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V16 Beacon Buying Guide: Criteria for Individuals and Professionals

V16 Beacon Buying Guide: Criteria for Individuals and Professionals Purchasing a connected V16 beacon is no longer just an option; it's a necessity. Starting January 1, 2026, the use of connecte...