Is it mandatory for all motor vehicles to carry a spare wheel and the necessary tools to change it?

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No, it is not mandatory for everyone. Spanish regulations (General Vehicle Regulation) establish this obligation mainly for passenger cars (turismos), mixed vehicles, and goods vehicles with a Maximum Authorized Mass (MAM) not exceeding 3,500 kg. These must carry a complete spare wheel, a temporary use wheel, or an alternative system (such as a puncture repair kit), along with the necessary tools. However, there are important exceptions: Motorcycles and mopeds are not required to carry a spare wheel. Vehicles over 3,500 kg (heavy trucks and buses) are generally not required to carry one due to the weight and difficulty of changing it on the road; they require other items like fire extinguishers or wheel chocks.

Is it mandatory for all motor vehicles to carry a spare wheel and the necessary tools to change it?

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