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A Spremno Vozilo (also known as a "Transportna Spremstvo") is a specialized vehicle that escorts izredni prevoz shipments in Slovenia. These vehicles are essential for safely navigating izredni prevoz transport through areas with tight clearances, narrow roads, bridges, and heavy traffic. The spremno vozilo operator communicates with the truck driver via two-way radio to guide them through challenging sections of the route.

In Slovenia, spremno vozilo operators must meet specific requirements that vary by region. Common requirements include: a valid driver's license appropriate for the jurisdiction, completion of certified spremno vozilo training courses, proper vehicle equipment including oversize load signage, amber warning lights, two-way radios, height measuring equipment, and flags/paddles. Operators must also carry adequate liability insurance and be familiar with dovoljenje za izredni prevoz procedures in Central Slovenia, Drava, Savinja, and other regions.

A spremno vozilo is typically required in Slovenia when a shipment exceeds standard dimensional limits. The specific thresholds vary by region, but generally a single escort is needed when width exceeds 3.0–3.5 metres, and two escorts (front and rear) when width exceeds 4.0–5.0 metres. Height, length, and weight thresholds also apply. Night moves, weekend restrictions, and route-specific requirements may mandate additional escorts. Popular transport corridors in Slovenia include routes connecting Ljubljana, Maribor, Koper, Celje.

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