The connected V16 signal is an emergency device regulated by the official regulations published in the BOE , and its approval depends on compliance with a series of technical specifications established in Royal Decree 1030/2022 . Only models that pass these tests, carried out by laboratories accredited in accordance with the UNE EN-ISO 17025 standard , can be considered valid and authorized by the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) .

Technical requirements that a connected V16 light must meet:

Irradiation : The light must offer 360° horizontal visibility and a minimum vertical angle of ±8° , ensuring detection from any perspective.
Luminous intensity : 40 to 80 effective candlepower is required at 0°, and a minimum of 25 candlepower at ±8°. This intensity must be maintained for at least 30 minutes of operation.
Degree of protection (IP) : The beacon must have a minimum protection rating of IP54 , which ensures resistance to dust and splashes.
Wind stability : It must remain stable on a flat surface under a dynamic pressure of 180 Pa , without moving or tipping over.
Flash frequency : Between 0.8 and 2 Hz , which guarantees an effective and regulatory luminous signal.
Temperature range : The device must operate correctly between -10 ºC and +50 ºC .
Approval and testing : All these requirements must be verified in a laboratory accredited by ENAC , so that the device can include the official approval code on its lampshade .

How do you know if a beacon is actually approved and connected?

In addition to meeting the above technical criteria, a V16 beacon connected as a Hero Driver LED must:

Incorporate an integrated SIM card , which allows the GPS location to be sent to the DGT platform using NB-IoT technology, without the need for user intervention or additional costs.
Display the expiration date of the connectivity service on the beacon itself and on its packaging, which must be at least 12 years from the date of manufacture , in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Include the serial number and approval code on your tulip, which must match the official list of authorized devices published on the DGT website.

Verifying these three points is essential to ensure that the beacon will be legally valid from 2026 and that it will fulfill its function in the event of a real emergency.

Hero Driver LED: More than a connected beacon

Hero Driver LED not only meets all approval requirements, but also incorporates distinctive features that reinforce its reliability:

High real visibility thanks to a higher design than other models on the market, making it visible even on vehicles with railing,
Certified stability , even on wet or windy metal surfaces.
Compact and durable design , easy to store and access inside the vehicle.
Guaranteed connectivity until 2040 , with no fees or registrations, one of the only ones on the market with extended coverage.

Manufactured under European standards, Hero Driver LED by Ryme Automotive, a company dedicated to supplying spare parts and accessories for vehicles since 1982.

HERO DRIVER represents a safe, durable solution adapted to the new demands of smart mobility.