Marc Márquez delivered a flawless performance to claim victory in yesterday’s MotoGP Grand Prix at MotorLand Aragón, completing a perfect weekend for the Ducati Lenovo Team. The Spanish rider secured pole position, won Saturday’s sprint, and capped off his dominance with a commanding race win, finishing 1.107 seconds ahead of his brother, Álex Márquez. The result marks Márquez’s seventh career …
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A Guardia Civil Tráfico officer checks a driver during a roadside stop in Spain—a common scene for motorists who may later need to pay a traffic fine. Credit : Juan Carlos L. Ruiz, Shutterstock Nobody likes receiving a traffic ticket in the mail. You’re happy to sort through your usual bills and flyers, but then you get a letter in …
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What is better: 95 or 98 for petrol? Understanding the difference in octane can help you select the best fuel to suit your car’s needs and budget. Credit : Matveev Aleksandr, Shutterstock As you stare at the pumps, do you think: “Does my car really need 95, or should I pay the extra for 98?” It’s okay, you are not …
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The motor insurance certificate will prove your car’s insured status, especially if you drive abroad with the Green Card. Credit : Kamitana, shutterstock You must not leave your home without the Green Card if you are planning to take a roadtrip beyond Spain. It could be a quick trip to France or an adventure that takes you across Europe. Green …
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DBX S can be ordered now. Credit: Aston Martin Aston Martin announced a new flagship DBX, the DBX S. Powered with an engine that uses technology from the upcoming Valhalla supercar the DBX S offers even more power while reducing weight. DBX S continues a long tradition of Aston Martin’s utilisation of the ‘S’ suffix to denote a special, high-performance …
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Drivers undergoing roadside alcohol breathalyzer tests during a police stop. What if I don’t have any alcohol? This bizarre condition causes alcohol to brew in your stomach. Credit: Daniel Chetroni. Shutterstock. Sober drivers testing positive in Spain? The stomach condition that confuses breathalyzers and baffles police It’s not necessary to have a few drinks the night before in order to …
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Police launch crackdown with €1,000 fines for rule-breakers Credit: Joan Llado, Shutterstock. Whether you’re pedalling through Barcelona or cruising the Costa del Sol, there are rules of the road — even for two wheels. And while cyclists often get a free pass, those who make a habit of flouting the law could find themselves slapped with fines that’ll knock the …
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Revealed: Spain’s three-letter-life-saver that every tourist and ex-pat needs to know during the summer. Credit: Anthony Maw, Unsplash Spanish emergency method could stop a disaster in its tracks by summer 2025 It’s short, Spanish, and could save a life—whether you’re You can either be cruising along the Costa del Sol or have an accident while driving in the city centre. …
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DGT warns that drivers with allergies are at a 30% greater risk of crashing. Credit: Rolando Garrido, Unsplash Experts explain the dangers of driving while allergic and how you can stay safe this summer. We’ve all been there – a sunny drive, windows down, the sweet scent of summer wafting in… and then SNEEZE! You suddenly find yourself tearing down …
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A typical British or Spanish multi-storey car park – easy to enter, harder to remember where you left the car! Credit: Hans, Pixabay You’ve probably found yourself in a carpark, squinting your eyes and wondering, “Where the hell did I put my car?” You’re certainly not the only one. Fear not. Your smartphone can help you solve this common problem. …
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