Motoring

Fuel prices continue to rise daily, and drivers in Spain are feeling it. The cost of fuel is rising everywhere due to the impact of the Iran war, especially the attacks across the Strait of Hormuz. GeoPortal, one of the government’s most visited websites, is a great tool to use. The threat of oil tankers and blockades along the Strait …

Under new traffic rules, cars that have the CERO emissions tag in Spain will lose one of their privileges. Credit : autofacil Spain’s drivers of electric and zero emission vehicles may have a rude awakening the next time they take to the highway. The BOE’s Official State Gazette published a recent update to the regulations that removes the long-standing benefit …

Motor traders and private sellers are being warned about an alleged scam involving a couple from Finland posing as car buyers and using what appear to be legitimate documents and bank transfers.According to reports circulating among sellers, the couple approach individuals selling vehicles and present themselves as genuine buyers. They reportedly provide identification and paperwork that appear authentic and agree …

Every year, thousands of expats and foreign residents on the Costa del Sol purchase used cars — and a significant number end up with expensive problems that could easily have been avoided. Here is what you need to know before you buy. The Costa del Sol is home to one of the most active used-car markets in southern Europe. With …

If you are a rider, then this is for you. Electric scooter There’s a rule that you should know in Spain. The DGT has launched a new personal mobility vehicle register. This allows scooter owners to register their vehicles and get a unique number. The process is already available and costs just €8.67 – but it could soon become an …

XPENG AWD G6 Black Edition. Credit: XPENG As you may have noticed on the roads and in advertisements, all new car brands seem to originate from China. XPENG is one of many aspiring EVs. Arriving in the UK in 2024, they have a compact but comprehensive range of vehicles. XPENG reports that the G6 mid-size SUV coupe has undergone 20,000 …

Spain’s V16 beacon mandatory could be scrutinized by the EU due to procedural concerns Credit : Baliza V16 conectada, Shutterstock Spain made the V16 emergency beacon connected to drivers mandatory from 1 January 2020. Just a few weeks later, the The European Commission questioned if the rule was properly notifed under EU law – raising an uncomfortable question for motorists: …

DGT V-25 Environmental Badge determines which cars are allowed to enter Spain’s Low-Emission Zones. Credit : Azulblue, Shutterstock It’s small, round and easy to ignore – but in many Spanish cities, that coloured sticker on your windscreen can decide whether you drive straight in or get turned away. The V-25 environment badge, issued by Spain’s traffic authority.DGTThe Low Emission Zones …

Some Spanish carparks restrict the use of electric vehicles because they are concerned about battery fires. Credit : apiguide, Shutterstock You’d expect older diesel cars to be turned away in Spain’s city centres – not electric ones. Signs have appeared in Madrid and some privately run facilities that ban all electric cars. Electric Vehicles The ban on car parks is …

Spain’s road safety is not possible without reflective vests. Credit: Ushuaia Studio, Shutterstock Many drivers have spent months discussing the benefits of a reputable vehicle. V16 emergency beacons, but there’s another safety rule that hasn’t gone anywhere – and ignoring it could land you with a hefty fine. It is a requirement to wear a reflective vest when exiting your …