What changes in January 2026?

Why is this fix coming now?

In recent years, Streets Subordinate Spanish cities It was filled Pedestrians, bicycles and personal mobility vehicles (PMV)Especially electric scooters.

With this scenario on the table, DJT Works on repair General rules of traffic That, unless there is a last minute change, the January 2, 2026. The original text itself stated that “on January 2, 2026, a series of measures will be introduced to achieve this goal.”

Clear focus on Users most at risk: Pedestrians, cyclists and delivery vehicle drivers. The massive collapse of VMP and its coexistence with cars, motorcycles and vans In cities, it forces us to clarify the rules and create more specific rules for everyone.

Major measures planned

This is it news that DJT He has it on the table to combine it General rules of traffic From 2026:

• the VMP including electric scooterthey must carry Lighting constantly during their trading.
• Those who use Bike, scooter or motorbike for delivery They will have to carry Reflective vest on all types of urban roads.
• will prevent Four-wheeled vehicles Stop or stand nearby Pedestrian crossingsto improve the visibility of those crossing.
• the VMP will not be able to use High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes.. If they do so, it will be considered a serious offense and they will be punished 200 euros.
• When a VMP rotates “at the pedestrian’s usual pace due to reduced mobility,” it will be treated as Pedestrians for regulatory purposes.
• he Helmets will become mandatory for all cyclistsWithout exception, as is the case for motorcyclists. The possibility of not using it without a prescription disappears.
• the Cyclists will be able to continue cycling in parallel, two at a timealong the shoulder.
• As of January 2026, it will be It is mandatory to wear a seat belt in the city to Taxis, driving school and delivery vehicles.

What changes for pedestrians?

in DGT insists In it Pedestrian ‘was never without protection’ On the street like now, surrounded by Scooters, bicycles and other light vehicles Who to share space with The new regulations specifically seek to reduce this feeling of vulnerability: More visibility, fewer parked cars Zebra Crossings and Ecodesign covers that Prioritize walking tours.

Costs and penalties

Among the penalties imposed A fine of 200 euros to VMP that invades HOV lanes Without permission, it is considered Serious violation. Beyond this specific example, there are Tightening the sanctions regime For certain behaviors that have hitherto been moving in a kind of “no man’s land.”

What drivers and users should take into consideration

For motorists, repair means getting used to Do not stop or stand near pedestrian crossings We assume that Seat belt will be mandatory Also in services where there were exceptions before, e.g Taxis, driving schools or delivery vehicles On urban roads.

Users VMP should be better equipped: lights always on, Reflective vest in case of delivery drivers In general, pay attention to what’s new Road use restrictions. It is expected that these obligations will be accompanied by Media campaigns To explain the changes well.

For city councils, reform means Adapting signs and reviewing ordinances Coordinating the monitoring and imposition of sanctions mechanisms so that… The new regulations do not remain just ink on paper.

Implementation schedule

The history it deals with DJT Is it January 2, 2026. The documents state that the measures will “presumably” come that day, leaving the door open for adjustments during the regulatory process. In any case, the The time horizon has already been determined: The beginning of 2026.

How to adapt in time

For users, the basic recommendation is simple: Go ahead. It means seizing Items that will be mandatorylike Approved helmet, reflective vest, or appropriate lighting systems In VMPs.

In the case of transport workers, it is recommended to take this into account A new requirement to wear a seat belt also in the cityThis will change the routine of many people Taxi drivers, delivery drivers and driving school drivers.

Schedule of planned commitments

What are the changes compared to current regulations

• the VMP is now equal to infantry In some very specific cases, such as when people with limited mobility use it at walking speed.
• They prove Clearer obligations for vulnerable users: Helmet, jacket, lighting, and limits of where they can be traded.
• It expands Mandatory use of seat belts in the city For groups that have hitherto had exceptions.

From the beginning of 2026 it will matter A comprehensive review of all security elements Which we use daily: lights, helmet and jacket, but also The way we stop or stop Near pedestrian crossings. Arrive on that date informed and with Latest equipment It will avoid more than one surprise and, most importantly, it will reduce risks in a street that is increasingly shared by all types of users.