From January 1, 2026 , the DGT will require the use of connected V16 beacons instead of emergency triangles.

Yes, the final version of the HERO DRIVER is certified by the DGT (Directorate-General for Traffic) and the accredited laboratory , guaranteeing its legal validity from 2026.

The obligation affects: Passenger cars, mixed vehicles, buses, and automobiles used for the transport of goods.

From January 1, 2026 , the connected V16 beacon will be the only legal system for signaling immobilized vehicles on interurban roads in Spain.

Failure to wear it will constitute an infraction and possible administrative sanction .

When activated, the HERO DRIVER LED beacon automatically sends the vehicle's location to the DGT 3.0, alerting other drivers and speeding up roadside assistance.

Yes, the HERO DRIVER LED beacon is designed with its magnetic base, without the driver needing to get out of the car, reducing the risk of being run over.

The V16 HERO DRIVER LED beacon guarantees more than 30 minutes of autonomy , complying with the approval requirements.

Yes, it is certified with , which makes it resistant to dust, rain and extreme temperatures from -10°C to 50°C .

Not necessarily. If you have the V16 beacon connected to your vehicle registered in Spain , you comply with international regulations.

✔️ This is covered by the Vienna Convention on Road Traffic (1968) , which allows the use of devices equivalent to the triangle, provided they are legalized in the country of registration.

💡 Tip : Although not legally required, some countries may not yet be familiar with the V16 beacon. Carrying both devices can help avoid confusion.

No.

According to international regulations and the DGT:

✔️ Vehicles registered abroad are only required to carry the devices required by their country of origin , such as triangles or other equivalent devices.

🚫 Drivers are not required to carry a V16 beacon, although the DGT recommends its voluntary use while driving in Spain due to its safety benefits.