How to know whether or not you can continue using your electric scooter

2024-01-22 14:19:13
Since the 22nd, VMP personal mobility vehicles and in particular electric scooters have to comply with strict regulations. The DGT has withdrawn its sale, and those who do not have an npo certificate may be sold or bought. This regulation has generated many doubts among users of these types of vehicles who have purchased them before January 22, 2024, and who wonder whether or not they can continue using them as before. That is why it is worth remembering the aforementioned regulations, and what the DGT says about it. When purchasing a VMP, keep in mind that VMPs marketed after January 22, 2024 must be certified for use. VMPs marketed until January 21, 2024 may circulate until January 22, 2027 even if they do not have a certificate. From that date, only VMPs that have certification will be able to do so. Related News standard No If you are not convinced by the electric car, you can now refuel with renewable fuels A. Noguerol Repsol is launching a new pilot project in three service stations in Madrid with which it aims to expand its range of renewable products The list of brands and models that currently have a VMP Certificate, in accordance with the VMP characteristics manual published by Resolution of January 12, 2022, of the General Directorate of Traffic can be consulted in this list published by the DGT, by clicking [AQUÍ] . The reasons that have led the DGT to propose this measure included in the manual of characteristics of personal mobility vehicles, are none other than ensuring road safety and driver protection of this type, as stated in a Traffic note. of vehicles, as well as that of the rest of the road users, and guarantee that the Personal Mobility Vehicles (PMV) that are put on the market have minimum required quality and durability guarantees. It must also be taken into account that according to the new regulations, among the requirements for electric scooters is having a unique factory marking plate, which will be placed in a visible place on the vehicle using rivets. It, as specified in section 26 of the characteristics manual, will include the serial number or identification thereof, the brand, the model, the maximum speed it reaches, the year of manufacture and the certificate number. Also a reduced technical characteristics sheet, and a document indicating that the vehicle belongs to the VMP category. As for other characteristics, they will only be able to travel at a maximum speed of 25km/h, after which the engine will stop propelling the vehicle. In addition, they will have anti-manipulation systems, both for speed and power. They must also have a visible information indicator that shows the speed at which it is going and the battery level. All vehicles intended for personal transportation must have two independent brakes, with a minimum deceleration of 3.5 m/s2. In addition, vehicles with more than 2 wheels must have a parking brake. Personal mobility vehicles must be equipped with front reflectors (white), on both sides (white or auto yellow) and rear (red). In addition, the brake light must be differentiated or combined with the rear light. In addition, these goods vehicles or other services must have front and rear direction indicators installed, popularly known as turn signals. They must also have mirrors and a reversing assistant. It will be mandatory to have an acoustic warning device in all types of VMPs and, in the case of those used for goods or other services, they must also have a reversing warning device. With the aim of avoiding fallen VMPs in the middle of the streets and maintaining a certain order in cities, it has been established that it is mandatory for VMPs with less than 3 wheels to have a stabilization system consisting of a lateral kickstand or center stand while parked. Regarding the characteristics of the wheels, the minimum established diameter is set at 203.2 mm, and they must have a rough surface so that they allow grip on the ground. Under no circumstances will the use of smooth tires be permitted. The VMP must have a double security system so that they remain well coupled while they are carried up and thus avoid involuntary openings. All VMPs must have a unique, permanent, legible and clearly visible factory marking with information on the maximum speed, serial number, certificate number, year of construction and make and model. They must have a space on the back of the vehicle to carry an identification or registration label. In addition to all these technical characteristics, the manual details other more quality-oriented characteristics (structural integrity and electromagnetic compatibility, resistance to humidity, battery protection against high temperatures, non-slip surfaces…). In addition to all these technical characteristics, the manual details other more quality-oriented characteristics (structural integrity and electromagnetic compatibility, resistance to humidity, battery protection against high temperatures, sliding surfaces…). MORE INFORMATION news No Wagoneer S, Jeep’s first battery electric vehicle news No The formula for the success of the Suzuki Vitara news No Why it freezes more on certain days and parts of the car At the moment the certificate is only mandatory for the electric scooters that are marketed , that is, scooters that were already in circulation previously can continue to do so until January 22, 2027, the date on which everyone must have the aforementioned certificate.
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