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AECA-ITV outlines key elements for safe motorhome travel

28.08.2026 11:00 1 min 1 source РУС
Posventa.com de Automoción » Las noticias del taller SPA
AECA-ITV outlines key elements for safe motorhome travel
Original source: Posventa.com de Automoción » Las noticias del taller

Spain's AECA-ITV has reminded that motorhome safety starts before departure with route planning, proper load distribution, and a valid technical inspection (ITV). The first ITV is required four years after registration, then biennially until the vehicle is ten years old, and annually thereafter. Heavy items should be placed low and near the center, and overloading should be avoided as it increases braking distance and reduces stability. Driving style must adapt to the vehicle's size, including sensitivity to crosswinds. Fuel consumption typically ranges from 10 to 15 liters per 100 km.

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