Chile 2026 Driving Rule Changes
Offizielle Quelle: Comisión Nacional de Seguridad de Tránsito (CONASET)
Zuletzt aktualisiert: 1. Februar 2026
Zusammenfassung
Chile strengthens road safety in 2026 with new vehicle emission regulations aligned with Euro 6 standards, expanded speed camera networks on major highways, mandatory advanced safety features for new vehicles, and updated penalties for distracted driving.
Wichtige Änderungen
Euro 6 Equivalent Emission Standards for New Vehicles
Gültig ab 1. Juli 2026
Euro 5 equivalent
New vehicles had to meet Euro 5 equivalent emission standards
Euro 6 equivalent required
All new light vehicles must meet Euro 6 equivalent emission standards, reducing NOx emissions by up to 56% compared to Euro 5
Offizielle Quelle: Ministerio de Medio Ambiente
Tipp vom Fahrlehrer
“Chile is aligning with stricter global emission standards. From July 2026, all new cars must meet Euro 6 equivalent limits. This primarily affects manufacturers and importers, but drivers should know that newer vehicles will have cleaner exhaust systems.”
Expanded Speed Camera Network on Highways
Gültig ab 1. März 2026
Limited camera coverage
Speed cameras deployed mainly in urban areas and select highway sections
Nationwide highway coverage
New fixed and mobile speed cameras installed on all major autopistas and Ruta 5 (Pan-American Highway) with average speed detection
Offizielle Quelle: CONASET Road Safety Plan
Tipp vom Fahrlehrer
“Average speed cameras are being rolled out on Ruta 5 and major autopistas. These calculate your speed between two points, so slowing down at the camera then speeding up won't work. Maintain the speed limit consistently.”
Mandatory ESC and ABS for All New Vehicles
Gültig ab 1. Januar 2026
ABS required, ESC optional
Anti-lock braking required but electronic stability control was not mandatory for all vehicle categories
ESC and ABS mandatory
All new passenger vehicles and light trucks must have both ABS and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) as standard equipment
Offizielle Quelle: Ministerio de Transportes y Telecomunicaciones
Tipp vom Fahrlehrer
“ESC is now mandatory on all new cars sold in Chile. This system helps prevent skidding and loss of control, especially in wet conditions or sharp turns. It's one of the most effective safety technologies available.”
Änderungen nach Kategorie
⚠️Strafen & Bußgelder(2)
Expanded Speed Camera Network on Highways
Gültig ab 1. März 2026
Limited camera coverage
Speed cameras deployed mainly in urban areas and select highway sections
Nationwide highway coverage
New fixed and mobile speed cameras installed on all major autopistas and Ruta 5 (Pan-American Highway) with average speed detection
Offizielle Quelle: CONASET Road Safety Plan
Stricter Distracted Driving Penalties
Gültig ab 1. Januar 2026
1 UTM fine
Using a mobile phone while driving resulted in a fine of approximately 1 UTM (around CLP 65,000)
1.5-3 UTM fine + license suspension
Fines increased to 1.5-3 UTM; repeat offenders face 45-day license suspension and mandatory road safety course
Offizielle Quelle: CONASET
🛡️Sicherheitsregeln(1)
Mandatory ESC and ABS for All New Vehicles
Gültig ab 1. Januar 2026
ABS required, ESC optional
Anti-lock braking required but electronic stability control was not mandatory for all vehicle categories
ESC and ABS mandatory
All new passenger vehicles and light trucks must have both ABS and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) as standard equipment
Offizielle Quelle: Ministerio de Transportes y Telecomunicaciones
🌱Umweltzonen(1)
Euro 6 Equivalent Emission Standards for New Vehicles
Gültig ab 1. Juli 2026
Euro 5 equivalent
New vehicles had to meet Euro 5 equivalent emission standards
Euro 6 equivalent required
All new light vehicles must meet Euro 6 equivalent emission standards, reducing NOx emissions by up to 56% compared to Euro 5
Offizielle Quelle: Ministerio de Medio Ambiente
Tipps vom Fahrlehrer
Re: Euro 6 Equivalent Emission Standards for New Vehicles
Tipp vom Fahrlehrer
“Chile is aligning with stricter global emission standards. From July 2026, all new cars must meet Euro 6 equivalent limits. This primarily affects manufacturers and importers, but drivers should know that newer vehicles will have cleaner exhaust systems.”
Re: Expanded Speed Camera Network on Highways
Tipp vom Fahrlehrer
“Average speed cameras are being rolled out on Ruta 5 and major autopistas. These calculate your speed between two points, so slowing down at the camera then speeding up won't work. Maintain the speed limit consistently.”
Re: Mandatory ESC and ABS for All New Vehicles
Tipp vom Fahrlehrer
“ESC is now mandatory on all new cars sold in Chile. This system helps prevent skidding and loss of control, especially in wet conditions or sharp turns. It's one of the most effective safety technologies available.”
Re: Stricter Distracted Driving Penalties
Tipp vom Fahrlehrer
“Chile has significantly increased penalties for phone use while driving. A first offense now costs up to 3 UTM (around CLP 195,000), and repeat offenders face license suspension. Use hands-free or pull over safely.”
Quellen & Methodik
Alle Regeländerungen stammen aus offiziellen staatlichen Verkehrsbehörden und Rechtsveröffentlichungen. AutoviaTest ist eine unabhängige Bildungsplattform und ist mit keiner Regierungsbehörde verbunden. Regeln können sich vor ihrem Inkrafttreten noch ändern.
Informationen zuletzt überprüft: 2026-02-01
Primary Sources:
- Comisión Nacional de Seguridad de Tránsito (CONASET) — Official regulatory body
- Ministerio de Medio Ambiente — Euro 6 Equivalent Emission Standards for New Vehicles
- CONASET Road Safety Plan — Expanded Speed Camera Network on Highways
- Ministerio de Transportes y Telecomunicaciones — Mandatory ESC and ABS for All New Vehicles
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