The year 2025 brings further changes to regulations on mandatory car equipment. The introduction of new regulations is a result of the efforts of the European Union and member states - including Poland - to increase road safety and reduce the number of accidents. In this article, we explain what the mandatory equipment of a passenger car is, what elements every vehicle should contain, what is changing in 2025, and what we can expect during a roadside inspection and at a vehicle inspection station.

What does the mandatory car equipment include?

Mandatory car equipment is a set of elements that - according to Polish regulations - every vehicle must have in order to operate on public roads. This applies not only to mandatory equipment of the car new, but also cars already in operation. According to the regulation of the Minister of Infrastructure, mandatory elements of vehicle equipment are crucial for the your own safety and protection other road users.

Among the most important mandatory elements of passenger car equipment in Poland they belong:

• Warning triangle - used in the event of a vehicle breakdown or accident to alert other drivers to the presence of an immobilized vehicle.
• Fire extinguisher - intended for extinguishing operating fluids, stored in the an easily accessible place And with an up-to-date inspection.
• License plates - compliant, fixed in the right place.
• Vehicle odometer - Allowing to control the operation of the car.
• Seat belts - mandatory for all passengers, including on each outer front seat.

Elements of car equipment that are not mandatory

Polish regulations do not require possession of, for example. reflective vest, first aid kits or spare wheel, but in many situations they can be extremely useful. For safety and convenience, it is also recommended to equip the vehicle with:

• operable spare wheel Or a repair kit,
• reflective vest - especially if you travel at night or outside built-up areas,
• protective gloves - Helpful when replacing a wheel, for example,
• first aid kit - especially when driving in rural areas or traveling abroad.

New mandatory car equipment in 2025

The year 2025 brings a number of changes resulting from European approval regulations aimed at increased security and adapting cars to new technologies. New mandatory car equipment mainly applies to autos newly manufactured after July 6, 2024, but some requirements will also cover vehicles undergoing first registration after importation.

To the new mandatory equipment of a passenger car in 2025 include among others.:

• Speed Assistant (ISA) - A system that informs the driver of applicable speed limits and whether they are being exceeded.
• Emergency braking system (AEB) - Automatic application of brakes in a crash risk situation.
• Lane keeping system - warns the driver and can interfere with the steering if unintentionally altered driving track.
• Driver Fatigue Detection System - monitors driving style and tells you when to take a break.
• Traffic sign recognition system - identifies restrictions and warnings based on the image from the windscreen.
• Reversing cameras and parking sensors - Supporting safe maneuvers.
• Blind spot sensors - warning of the presence of other road users In invisible zones.

It all has a common goal - reducing the risk of accidents and improvement sufficient field of vision for the driver, which is in line with the EU's strategy Vision Zero, assuming the complete elimination of traffic fatalities.

Roadside inspection and vehicle inspection stations - what do they look out for?

Roadside inspections and periodic technical inspections on vehicle inspection stations take into account both mandatory car equipment, as well as its general technical condition. The absence of a required component - such as. fire extinguisher or warning triangle - may result in a fine and, in the case of more serious violations, also the retention of the registration certificate.

No mandatory car equipment can also be an obstacle to a positive review. Particularly relevant are:

• exhaust silencer - It must be efficient and leak-proof,
• seat belt anchor points - must not be damaged,
• Automatic windshield wipers - must work properly,
• sufficient field of vision for the driver - No objects can restrict it.

Company vehicles and foreign cars - different requirements?

In the case of company cars and foreign-registered vehicles may apply different requirements, however, every vehicle on Polish roads must meet the national regulations concerning mandatory equipment of the car. This means the need to comply with the rules of the vehicle registration state, but also to take into account local regulations, such as in terms of having a liability insurance, registration certificate, Whether confirmations of policy validity.

It is also worth remembering that traffic control police can carry out at any time, and lack of car equipment Can result not only in a fine, but also in problems with the border insurance or civil liability in the case of road accident.

Safety first - systems that save lives

Although for many drivers obligation to have additional systems may seem cumbersome, it is worth looking at them as an investment in the own safety. Statistics show that advanced security systems can significantly reduce the number of traffic accidents. Among them, the most common are:

• lane assistant - prevents unintentional leaving the lane,
• lane change assistant - assist with lane change, analyzing the situation on the road,
• blind spot monitoring - protects against collision with by another vehicle In the invisible zone,
• automatic emergency braking - reacts faster than humans in emergency situations,
• adaptive cruise control - i.e. active cruise control, which adjusts speed to the environment.

These are solutions that, while sometimes costly, bring real benefits in terms of improve security and driving comfort.

ZENBOX PRO - intelligent safety management in the vehicle

In this age of advanced technology, many drivers are looking for a way to better tailor the operation of electronic systems to their needs. The answer to these expectations is ZENBOX PRO - An innovative device that allows the driver to consciously and individually feature management security in the car.

ZENBOX PRO it:

• The ability to temporarily or permanently disable selected functions, such as fatigue detection system, lane assistant, automatic emergency braking,
• Better alignment of system performance with driving style User,
• Seamless integration into vehicle electronics without voiding the warranty,
• quick activation and deactivation of functions depending on conditions - e.g. adverse weather conditions,
• A solution for those who value control, yet care about a range of safety standards.

ZENBOX PRO is not just technology - it's a way to consciously and comfortably use modern solutions while maintaining full control over what happens to our vehicle. In 2025, when the requirements for car equipment in Poland will become increasingly complex, this tool can prove to be an invaluable support for any driver.

See also:

• Passive and Active Safety on Cars
• Start stop system - operation
• Character recognition system – how does it work?
• ISA System - How the Intelligent Speed Assistant Works
• ADAS system – what is it and how does it work
• Lane Assistant – How It Works
• Driver Fatigue Detection System – Does It Really Work?
• The most important safety systems in cars