New requirement for drivers in new cars. Ministry preparing changes from 2027

New regulations in Poland will soon mandate that all newly registered passenger cars be equipped with a first-aid kit, a measure set to take effect from March 31, 2027.

The Ministry of Infrastructure has published a draft amendment to the regulation concerning the technical conditions and necessary equipment for vehicles. This amendment specifically targets vehicles classified under homologation category M1, which encompasses passenger cars designed to carry up to eight passengers in addition to the driver. The ministry stated that this initiative aims to "guarantee broad access to basic first-aid supplies in every situation and place."

However, the obligation will only apply to passenger cars registered for the first time in Poland after the specified date. The Ministry of Infrastructure estimates that around 650,000 vehicles will be affected by this new requirement in the first year of its implementation. The ministry emphasized that the new regulation will not necessitate additional equipment for the millions of vehicles already in use in Poland, thereby avoiding an excessive burden on existing car owners.

Currently, first-aid kits are mandatory in vehicles used for driving instruction and examinations, taxis, buses (with some exceptions), and trucks adapted for passenger transport. The existing regulations do not specify the standard for these kits, though many available on the market adhere to German DIN standards, particularly DIN 13164. The ministry also noted that many car owners voluntarily equip their vehicles with first-aid kits due to increased public awareness.

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