As new rules of the Brazilian Traffic Code are results of Law No. 14.229 / 2021, published in October 2021 and came into effect in April 2022.
These changes are being gradually implemented in the country. However, some norms come in and are immediately charged, while others start to be applied in January 2023.
understand and keeping up with changes in the Brazilian Traffic Code is essential for fleet managers, because, in this way, fines and punishments related to the new alterations can be avoided.
Among the changes presented in the new rules, are included fines for overweight, sanctions for legal entities and changes in the process of suspension and revocation of National Driver's License (CNH).
In this way, we gather all the information you need to protect the vehicles in your fleet and adjust your services, in order to guarantee the safe development of operations.
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Emergence of the Brazilian Traffic Code
Fines for overweight vehicles
Fixed fine for legal entity is among the new traffic rules
Mandatory CNH suspensive effect
New National Driver's License
Technology to accelerate adaptation to new traffic rules
Emergence of the Brazilian Traffic Code
O Brazilian Traffic Code (CTB) it was created in 1997 and, since then, it has been updated to follow the behavior and context of each generation.
Basically, the CTB is a set of traffic rules, such as duties and rights of each citizen. Therefore, we can find appropriate and inappropriate conduct, as well as the amounts that will be charged for each infraction committed.
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In addition to functioning as a behavior manual, the CTB serves to organize traffic on public land roads and ensure safety of drivers, pedestrians and vehicles.
In this way, it is possible to find articles referring to almost all situations that may occur in traffic, such as irregular changes in the characteristics and parts of automobiles and the situation of documentation.
On the other hand, the code is also responsible for monitoring the behavior of drivers, such as stopping in prohibited places, failing to comply with signs, driving without conditions, among other behaviors.
O CTB allows identifying the nature of the offense committed, as well as the penalties related to it and how many points the driver will take on the CNH.
Although it is possible to resort to a fine, it is essential to know the rules to exercise the right of citizenship.
Finally, now that we know how it came about and, basically, How does the Brazilian Traffic Code work?, let's see what changes were made to the legislation.
Fines for overweight vehicles
The infraction for overweight, referring to cargo transportation, were made more flexible with the change in the article 99 of the Brazilian Traffic Code.
In this way, it allows larger loads without the application of fines, as long as it is within the established fixed weight limits.
The manufacturer must leave the technical weight limit per axle displayed in a visible place on the vehicle and on the revamped, respecting the form defined by the National Traffic Council (Contran).
Furthermore, the law deals with the special authorization for traffic of vehicles over the permitted weight, in specific cases. In this case, it refers to traffic in rural and unpaved areas.
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Fixed fine for legal entity is among the new traffic rules
The new rules determine that companies that own a vehicle must pay extra for fines in which the offending driver is not presented or indicated.
In the case of infractions recorded in vehicles whose owner is a legal entity, the driver indication is a mandatory step. After all, the score for the infractions will be applied to the CNH of the driver presented.
According to the updated legislation, in cases where the offending driver is not identified, a new fine will be directed to the owner of the vehicle. Like this, the amount to be paid by the legal entity will be doubled.
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For example, if the driver commits a violation of a serious nature, the original fine would be R$195,23, however, if there is no identification of this driver, the amount of the fine directed to the owner of the vehicle, becomes R$390,46.
So this shows the importance of tracking who is driving the vehicles in the fleet, using tools that make it possible to monitor behavior, speed, as well as possible violations committed.
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Mandatory CNH suspensive effect
According to the new traffic rules, in cases of suspension or revocation, the driver cannot have his CNH blocked or be prevented from renewing the document.
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Although suspension as a penalty already existed, it would only occur at the request of the driver. Therefore, while the process is not finalized, there will be no penalty for the driver.
New National Driver's License
As determined by the National Traffic Council, the CNH will also undergo changes. The new model of the National Driver's License is translated into three languages and can be replaced upon renewal or issuance of the duplicate.
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There is no need to request the immediate exchange of the document, as the replacement will happen normally. In addition, the entry of a new model does not invalidate the current ones, which can be used until their expiration date.
The document has graphic elements to prevent forgery and fraud, and can be sent both digitally and physically.
In the new CNH, information can be found that allows identifying whether the driver has the permanent license or not, what type of license, whether he performs paid activities as a driver and possible medical restrictions.
Technology to accelerate adaptation to new traffic rules
We know how the day to day of a fleet manager is full of challenges and, considering the new changes, it is essential to understand how changes in legislation can impact operations.
For example, how to avoid idleness of vehicles and possible violations committed by drivers. In this way, it is necessary to strict daily control over activities.
Reinforcing the conduct that must be followed by drivers and adopting digital tools that can assist in fleet management is important to avoid unforeseen events.
The new rules will soon come into effect, and as a fleet manager, you have a lot of work ahead of you to adapt operations and drivers to changes in the Traffic Code.
However, with an automated solution, your work can be optimized and simplified, which will ensure greater protection against possible problems.
With Golfleet fleet management system you promote more innovation and automation to your fleet management.
In addition, you can track information in real time, such as the behavior of the driver, the speed at which he is working and the level of productivity.
Having an intelligent and technological platform as an ally of your management can guarantee more safety, practicality and modernity at all stages of your company.
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