No, driving with interior lights on is not explicitly prohibited under Argentina’s Ley Nacional de Tránsito 24.449 or its 2023 amendments, but it violates Resolución 195/2022 of the Secretaría de Transporte de la Nación, which mandates unobstructed visibility for drivers. Local jurisdictions, such as the Agencia Nacional de Seguridad Vial (ANSV), enforce this under broader safety regulations, risking fines under Código Contravencional in provinces like Buenos Aires.
Key Regulations for Driving With Interior Lights On in Argentina
- Visibility Mandate: Resolución 195/2022 requires all vehicle lights to enhance, not impair, driver visibility. Interior lights must not create glare or distractions, per ANSV Circular 003/2024.
- Local Enforcement: Municipalities like CABA (Código Contravencional 5.967) classify improper lighting as a “distraction offense,” punishable by fines up to ARS 50,000 (2026 indexed).
- Technical Standards: Norma IRAM 3680 (2025 update) aligns with UNECE R112, prohibiting interior lights visible to other drivers during operation, effective January 2026.