THE General Directorate of Traffic continues to update its regulations to adapt to a increasingly connected mobility. In this context appears the new sign V27a warning that many confuse with a alternative to the V16 tag. But that’s not the case. This won’t be the case either.
In reality, the V27 is not a physical device. It also does not require ease. It’s a visual signal which appears inside the car, provided that the vehicle is connected to the DGT 3.0 digital ecosystem.
What is the V27 signal and how does it work?
The triangle that does not exist… physically
- It is displayed as a digital icon on the car’s dashboard or screen.
- It does not replace the V16 tag nor does it remove its obligation from 2026.
- This only works if the car is connected to the DGT 3.0 platform.
This is how it activates automatically
When a vehicle suffers a mistake and activate your Connected V16 beaconthis transmits its location at the DGT. This information reaches the upcoming cars —if connected— displaying the triangle icon V27 on your board.
You don’t have to do anything: the notice appears alone. And he leaves when the risk disappears.
This is not a legal alternative
THE Signal V27 does not replace At physical devices. As you specified RTVE and media like El Debate or AutoBild, the V16 tag will be mandatory from January 1, 2026. Without this, it will not be possible to legally sign a road emergency.
Which cars can use it?
Only models with connected navigation system or with software capable of communicating with the National access point for traffic information. Some manufacturers already integrate it: Mercedes, BMW, SEAT/Cupra, Tesla and Ford They deploy it in their ranges.
Real advantages of the V27 signal
- Alert before reaching the dangerous point, even if it is not visible.
- Does not require driver intervention.
- Reduces the risk of secondary collisions.
- It works even in low visibility conditions.
And a key warning
The fact that your car can display the V27 don’t exempt you from bringing one Connected beacon V16. The DGT was clear: only this beacon legally replaces traditional emergency triangles Since 2026.
As DGT sources point out: “The V27 is a reinforcing signalnot one replacement device» (November 2025).
Does its implementation make sense?
In the opinion of many industry expertsYeah. Even if at the moment it is optionalher utility on the road there is no doubt. What will be interesting will be to see how its integration evolves in rental fleetscompany cars or industrial vehicles, when the reaction time They are critical.
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