Chile 2026 Driving Rule Changes
Fonte Ufficiale: Comisión Nacional de Seguridad de Tránsito (CONASET)
Ultimo Aggiornamento: 1 febbraio 2026
Riepilogo
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.
Modifiche Principali
Euro 6 Equivalent Emission Standards for New Vehicles
In vigore dal 1 luglio 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
Fonte Ufficiale: Ministerio de Medio Ambiente
Consiglio dell'Istruttore
“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
In vigore dal 1 marzo 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
Fonte Ufficiale: CONASET Road Safety Plan
Consiglio dell'Istruttore
“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
In vigore dal 1 gennaio 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
Fonte Ufficiale: Ministerio de Transportes y Telecomunicaciones
Consiglio dell'Istruttore
“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.”
Modifiche per Categoria
⚠️Sanzioni e Multe(2)
Expanded Speed Camera Network on Highways
In vigore dal 1 marzo 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
Fonte Ufficiale: CONASET Road Safety Plan
Stricter Distracted Driving Penalties
In vigore dal 1 gennaio 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
Fonte Ufficiale: CONASET
🛡️Norme di Sicurezza(1)
Mandatory ESC and ABS for All New Vehicles
In vigore dal 1 gennaio 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
Fonte Ufficiale: Ministerio de Transportes y Telecomunicaciones
🌱Zone Ambientali(1)
Euro 6 Equivalent Emission Standards for New Vehicles
In vigore dal 1 luglio 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
Fonte Ufficiale: Ministerio de Medio Ambiente
Consigli dell'Istruttore
Re: Euro 6 Equivalent Emission Standards for New Vehicles
Consiglio dell'Istruttore
“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
Consiglio dell'Istruttore
“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
Consiglio dell'Istruttore
“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
Consiglio dell'Istruttore
“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.”
Fonti e Metodologia
Tutte le modifiche normative provengono dalle agenzie governative ufficiali dei trasporti e dalle pubblicazioni legali. AutoviaTest è una piattaforma educativa indipendente e non è affiliata ad alcuna agenzia governativa. Le norme possono essere soggette a modifiche prima delle date di entrata in vigore.
Informazioni verificate il: 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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