Argentina and Spain implement new traffic and licensing regulations

Significant updates to traffic and licensing regulations are taking effect in Argentina and Spain.

In Argentina, the Agencia de Seguridad Vial announced that starting September 28, the SINALIC system will undergo changes. Payment slips must now be generated through a specific official platform rather than directly within SINALIC. Additionally, procedures for D4 professional licenses (emergency vehicles) are changing; depending on the accompanying license category, exams will be conducted either at License Issuing Centers or through authorized providers.

In Spain, the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) is implementing a major reform of the General Traffic Regulations effective October 1. The changes focus on protecting vulnerable road users. Key updates include:

• Electric Scooters (VMP): A minimum age of 15 is required, helmets are mandatory, and reflective gear is required at night or in low visibility. • Cyclists: Motorists must reduce speed by at least 20 km/h when overtaking, and cyclists in urban areas will preferentially use the center of the lane. • Motorcyclists: Mandatory use of protective gloves on interurban roads and closed footwear on all roads. • Seatbelts: Exemptions for taxi, transport, and driving school drivers are being abolished.

Violations of these new rules can result in fines of 200 euros.