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68. Car
A car is a motor vehicle primarily designed to transport a small number of people and their luggage on roads. Cars may be powered by petrol, diesel, electricity, hydrogen or a combination of different energy sources.
Drivers must comply with the applicable requirements concerning the driving licence, vehicle registration, insurance, technical condition, seat belts and passenger safety. Speed limits, equipment requirements, road access and other traffic rules vary between countries, so drivers must follow the local traffic signs and regulations.
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What is considered a car in Belgium?
In everyday use, a car usually means a passenger motor vehicle. The Belgian Road Code uses the broader legal term auto for motor vehicles that do not fall within the definitions of a moped, motorcycle or motorised three- or four-wheeler.
Must people wear seat belts in a Belgian car?
Yes. Drivers and passengers must wear the seat belts provided at their seating positions, subject to the limited exemptions specified by law.
What is the minimum tyre tread depth for a Belgian car?
For ordinary car tyres, the technical regulation requires remaining tread depth of more than 1.6 mm over three quarters of the tread. Inspect the main grooves and wear indicators and replace worn tyres before reaching the limit. Tyres must also meet the applicable condition, load and speed requirements.
🔗 wegcode.be • Royal Decree of 15 March 1968 — articles 1, 34, 43 §2 and 54 as applicable

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