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The European Union will raise the permissible mass for motorhomes driven with a standard category B license from 3.5 to 4.25 tonnes. The new rules will only take effect in 2028, and EU member states may introduce additional driver requirements, such as mandatory training or tests.
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The European Union will raise the permissible mass for motorhomes driven with a standard category B license from 3.5 to 4.25 tonnes. The new rules wil...
The European Union will raise the permissible mass for motorhomes driven with a standard category B license from 3.5 to 4.25 tonnes. The new rules will only take effect in 2028, and EU member states may introduce additional driver requirements, such as mandatory training or tests.
Updated: 13.06.2026
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