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BOE-A-2026-13889 ·26 June 2026 ·Royal Decree Medium impact
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Article 93 of General Traffic Regulation removed, new Title VI added to protect vulnerable road users

Royal Decree 518/2026 removes Article 93 of the General Traffic Regulation and introduces new Title VI focused on protecting vulnerable road users. This change aims to enhance safety and rights for people at risk in traffic. The amendment directly affects rules on protective equipment and vehicle movement in high-risk areas.

In 2 key points

  1. The article 93 of the General Traffic Regulation is repealed (art. 1)
  2. A new Title VI is added to protect vulnerable users (art. 1)

How it affects those involved

Drivers in high-risk areas must adhere to new safety measures. Vulnerable users such as children, elderly and disabled persons benefit from stronger legal protection. Traffic authorities must update their guidelines and training. The change does not directly affect personal mobility users but impacts road safety policies (art. 1).

Lifecycle

2026-06-26PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-07-01Into forceComes into force (disposicion final primera)
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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