ajokorttidirektiiviä

The ajokorttidirektiivi, or Driving Licence Directive, is a European Union directive that aims to harmonize driving licence regulations across member states. Its primary purpose is to enhance road safety by establishing common standards for obtaining and renewing driving licences. The directive has been updated several times since its initial introduction, with the latest version, Directive 2006/126/EC, being the current governing legislation.

Key aspects of the ajokorttidirektiivi include standardized categories for vehicles, ensuring that a licence issued in one member state is recognized in all others. It also sets out minimum age requirements for obtaining licences in different categories and introduces provisions for the medical fitness of drivers. Furthermore, the directive mandates the introduction of a modern, credit-card-sized driving licence model with enhanced security features to prevent fraud.

The implementation of the ajokorttidirektiivi has led to a more consistent and secure system for driving licences throughout the EU. It simplifies cross-border movement for drivers and contributes to the overall goal of reducing road accidents and fatalities within the Union. Member states are required to transpose the directive into their national laws, although the exact methods of implementation can vary.