Andorran Vehicles Skip Spain's V-16 with Local Breakdown Devices
Andorra's mobility department clarifies that locally approved warning triangles or yellow lights suffice for breakdowns on Spanish roads, no V-16.
Key Points
- Andorran vehicles exempt from Spain's V-16 if using approved triangles or yellow lights.
- Yellow flashing light recommended for safety, allows staying in vehicle.
- Devices must be homologated and functional per Andorran/Spanish standards.
- Clarification addresses common cross-border roadside assistance queries.
Andorra's mobility department has reminded drivers that Andorran-registered vehicles do not need to carry Spain's V-16 device if they use locally approved signalling equipment during breakdowns on Spanish roads.
The clarification, posted on the department's X account this Monday, responds to common questions about cross-border roadside rules. Under Spanish international traffic regulations, Andorran homologated devices are fully recognised, eliminating the need for Spanish-specific adaptations.
Approved options include pre-emergency warning triangles issued in Andorra or the yellow self-contained emergency light as an alternative. The department explicitly states that the V-16 is not required when these items are used instead.
Mobility officials recommend the yellow flashing light above all, citing its superior safety and practicality—it lets drivers stay inside the vehicle, minimising traffic exposure. They also urge checking that all devices are homologated and in good working order to meet standards.
This guidance aligns with both Andorran legislation and Spanish rules on equivalent signalling for international circulation, ensuring compliance without extra equipment.
Original Sources
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