In a revealing analysis, it has been discovered that a significant 29% of trucks and tractor units undergoing the Technical Vehicle Inspection (ITV) in Spain are rejected at the first inspection due to various serious defects. Among the most common defects are problems with braking systems, lighting and exterior conditioning.
ITV stations in Spain carry out thorough inspections on around 600.000 industrial vehicles weighing more than 3.500 kg each year, including trucks and tractor units. However, worryingly, almost a third of these vehicles fail the ITV initially due to faults that could compromise their safety on the roads.
According to data published by the Ministry of Industry and Tourism and analysed by the Aeca-ITV association, the most frequently detected defects in trucks and tractor units are in the brake system, representing 29% of all faults. This is followed by problems with lighting and signalling, with 20%, and defects in the exterior, bodywork and chassis, with 13%.
| Type of Vehicle | Percentage of rejection in ITV | Most Detected Defect |
|---|---|---|
| Trucks and Tractor Units (>3.500 kg) | 29 % | Brakes (29%) |
| Trucks and Tractor Units (>3.500 kg) | 20 % | Lighting and Signaling |
| Trucks and Tractor Units (>3.500 kg) | 13 % | Exterior Conditioning, Bodywork and Chassis |
This worrying outlook highlights the importance of keeping industrial vehicles in top condition, especially with regard to vital components such as brakes and lighting. In this regard, companies such as Ryme Automotive are playing a crucial role by offering a wide range of products specifically designed to meet the needs of industrial vehicles.
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Ryme Automotive, leader in independent aftermarket distribution in Spain and Portugal, provides comprehensive solutions for braking, both for drum brake as if to disc brake, ensuring the safety and optimal performance of trucks and tractor units. In addition, its catalogue includes a variety of LED lighting products such as LED taillights and headlights, which improve visibility and safety on the road.
The increasing age of the fleet of trucks and tractor units, together with the increase in the number of vehicles circulating without a valid ITV, underlines the urgent need to address these problems in order to improve road safety. Guillermo Magaz, managing director of Aeca-ITV, emphasised the importance of taking measures to ensure that vehicles meet minimum safety standards while working on the renewal of the vehicle fleet.
In short, it is essential that professionals in the industrial vehicle sector, both drivers and mechanics, pay attention to the safety and maintenance of their vehicles, taking advantage of the solutions offered by companies such as Ryme Automotive to ensure safe travel on Spanish roads and beyond.
