30/05/2026
🚨🇪🇸 Warning Triangles In Spain… Do You Still Need Them?
There’s been a lot of confusion recently about Spain’s new V16 emergency beacon laws. 🚗⚠️
Many drivers believe warning triangles are now completely banned… but that’s not entirely true. 👀
At the moment: ✅ Warning triangles are STILL authorised in many situations in Spain
✅ The new V16 emergency beacon is being introduced as the safer alternative
✅ Both can still play an important role depending on the situation
🚗 Imagine this scenario:
A breakdown or accident happens in the fast lane of a busy motorway near Málaga or Marbella during summer traffic. ☀️🚙🚚
The flashing V16 beacon may alert drivers using compatible GPS and navigation systems… 📡🛰️
BUT drivers without connected systems may only physically see the warning light at the last second. 👀⚠️
That’s why some road safety experts still believe warning triangles can provide: 🛑 Extra visibility
🛑 Earlier warning
🛑 Additional protection against secondary collisions
Especially on: 🚗 Motorways
🌙 Poor visibility roads
☀️ Busy summer traffic routes
The key message? 👉 Safety comes first.
If you still keep warning triangles in your car, you’re definitely not alone. 🔺
❓What do YOU think? Have you already switched to a V16 beacon… or are you keeping your triangles as backup? 👇
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