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Spain cracks down on social media warnings about traffic checkpointsThe traffic authorities in Spain want to fine anyone who discloses the location of alcohol and drug police checkpoints Spain's traffic authorities are taking a novel approach to reducing road accidents by targeting social media and messaging apps.. 28/06/2024
New electric scooter laws on the way: Spain will ban under 16s from ridingA full reform of the law in Spain will also require all scooter users to wear a helmet Most people feel it should have been done eons ago, but Spain’s General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) is finally getting around to drawing up a comprehensive.. 27/06/2024
Why Spain plants oleander trees in the middle of motorwaysThese colourful bushes line high capacity roads all over southern Spain Spain is one of the safest countries in Europe to drive in, ranked tenth by the European Transport Safety Council. The traffic authorities are continuously making improvements to reduce..
How to import a car to Spain from any country in EuropeYour complete step-by-step guide on registering a foreign vehicle in Spain Importing cars from abroad rather than buying them in Spain is becoming an increasingly popular option for lots of reasons. However, the process is anything but straight-forward.. 07/06/2024
Spain prepares to bring in mandatory insurance for electric scootersAll scooters in Spain will have to be insured and carry licence plates by 2026 It’s been in the pipeline ever since electric scooters started to soar in popularity a few years ago, but the Spanish Government has now confirmed that it will introduce.. 29/05/2024
New motorcycle licence rules coming to Spain by the end of 2024DGT Spain has confirmed that new drivers will have to pass a course to ride 125cc motorbikes Spain's General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) is set to introduce a mandatory course for drivers with a B permit who wish to drive motorcycles up to 125cc.. 13/03/2024
How much does it cost to import a car from UK to Spain?Thinking of importing your vehicle to Spain from the UK? Here’s what you need to know… One of the decisions when moving to Spain or spending time in the country is whether you should buy a car in Spain or import your existing vehicle and change..
Parking pitfalls: Avoid a costly fine in Spain for this common driving mistakeMany cities in Spain will penalise motorists if they parallel park too close to other cars Parking in Spanish cities can sometimes be a nightmare, especially when drivers return to their vehicles to find that another car has pulled in too close, making.. 11/03/2024
Cracking the case of the curious fried egg traffic sign in SpainOf Spain’s more than 400 road signs, this one is probably the weirdest and most confusing In 2023, the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) unveiled dozens of new road signs all across Spain that sent drivers into a tail-spin. To be fair, most.. 08/03/2024
Complete guide to campervan rules and regulations in SpainMake the most of your motorhome, caravan or camper adventure in Spain Driving a motorhome, caravan or campervan through Spain can be an exciting adventure, offering the freedom to explore new destinations and experience the great outdoors. However.. 05/03/2024
Beware of new text scam from traffic authorities doing the rounds in SpainFraudsters are sending fake fines to drivers in Spain, posing as the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) The Spanish Consumer Association has alerted the public about a recent phone fraud scheme that is targeting numerous motorists. The scam involves.. 15/02/2024
Spain will scrap physical ITV stickers in windshieldsDrivers throughout Spain will soon be allowed to carry proof of the test on their mobiles The DGT has announced plans to scrap ITV (Technical Inspection of Vehicles) stickers for car and motorbike windscreens. In Spain, the ITV is similar to the UK&rsquo..
Spain approves big changes to driving licence renewals for over 65sThe measures will be applied EU-wide and will involve more demanding medical checks for older drivers With the onset of the new year, the European Union has set a short-term goal of reducing traffic fatalities, since the number of deaths on the roads.. 16/01/2024
These are the Spanish cities that will have Low Emission Zones in 2024Some of the biggest cities in Spain are also tightening restrictions on polluting vehicles With the arrival of the new year, many Spanish cities will begin to redouble their efforts to establish Low Emission Zones or ZBEs (‘Zonas de Bajas Emisiones..
Low-cost petrol stations in Spain: Why they are on the rise and are they worth it compared to traditional gas stations?The number of budget filling stations has more than doubled in Spain in the last decade, but is it a false economy? Since the war began in Ukraine in February 2022, drivers have been experiencing an uncomfortable see-saw effect on the price of petrol.. 05/12/2023
Spanish traffic cops employ new mobile ITV checksPolice checkpoints in Spain can now inspect the condition of vehicles on the spot Most traffic accidents on Spanish roads are a result of excessive speed or distracted drivers, but the traffic authorities are also coming to realise that poorly maintained..
How to recognise camouflaged motorbike cops on Spanish roadsIn addition to vans and cars, the DGT in Spain uses undercover motorcycles to fine drivers The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) in Spain has several ways of monitoring the safety of Spanish roads, although the vast majority of fines are still.. 11/09/2023
Dragon teeth: what are these new signs on Spanish roads?These signals have been in place since 2001 in Spain but most drivers still don’t know what they mean The wonderful world of traffic rules is constantly evolving in Spain and it’s often hard to keep up with the regulations implemented.. 07/09/2023
Spain introduces new rules for parking campervans and motorhomesThe traffic authorities in Spain have finally distinguished between parking and camping What better way to explore all that Spain has to offer than by hitting the open road and letting the highway ahead be your only guidebook? Travelling through.. 04/08/2023
How to travel for free on Spanish motorwaysSeveral toll roads in Spain are completely free at certain times of the day Although the Spanish government has scrapped the tolls on many high-capacity roads, there are still several pay-per-use motorways in the country and some are among the most.. 03/08/2023
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