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New traffic regulations: enhanced protection for cyclists, pedestrians and motorcyclists on urban and interurban roads

26 Jun 2026 Effective: 26 Jun 2026 3 views
Who is affected:
Motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians, VMP riders, delivery personnel and motorhome users

Summary

The Traffic Regulations are reformed to better protect vulnerable road users: cyclists, pedestrians and motorcyclists. New obligations for helmets, gloves, reflective vests and speed limits when overtaking.

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The reform of the General Traffic Regulations introduces new obligations for motorcyclists and moped riders: protective gloves on interurban roads, closed footwear and approved helmets. Professional cyclists must wear helmets as mandatory. When overtaking cyclists on interurban roads, speed must be reduced to 20 km/h b…

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Full official title

Real Decreto 518/2026, de 24 de junio, por el que se modifica el Reglamento General de Circulación, aprobado por Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, en materia de protección a usuarios vulnerables de la vía.

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Self-employed Retail & Trade Transport

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