Overview

• The DGT will require a homologated, DGT‑connected V‑16 light in vehicles from 1 January 2026, with fines of up to €200 for noncompliance.
• Approved units must send the vehicle’s location to the DGT 3.0 platform every 100 seconds, meet sub‑five‑meter GPS accuracy, and include at least 12 years of free connectivity.
• Telecom groups are using subsidies to spur adoption, with MasOrange brands offering a device at zero upfront cost tied to a 24‑month contract and options at €1.5 per month over 24 months at Yoigo, MásMóvil, and Jazztel.
• Retailers are promoting DGT‑approved models under €40, including devices advertised with 360° visibility, magnetic mounting, weather resistance, included batteries, and stated lifespans extending to 2038.
• Drivers are urged to verify models on the DGT’s official homologation list, as the new light fully replaces warning triangles for signaling a stopped vehicle.