Motoring

Used car parts. Used car parts. Dodgy mechanic. Before handing the keys over, drivers should be aware of 3 car service scams. Credit: Chadolfski, Shutterstock. Are you taking your car in for service? Most mechanics are grease-stained, honest angels. However, some spanner-wielding crooks lubricate more than just the gears. In this report, we reveal Three common car service scams They …

Repsol petrol stations in Spain. Credit: Adrià Masi, Pexels The Spanish traffic authority Dirección General de Tráfico DGT (DGT), has revealed the fuel-efficient speed of driving. According to a DGT posting cited by Mundo Deportivo, Many people think that driving slowly saves fuel. However, the DGT has clarified that the key to reduced fuel consumption is maintaining a constant driving …

Fraud, fines and fast ones: How naughty motorists are naming Nan to beat the speed cameras. Credit: Alf Ribeiro, Shutterstock. It’s calling It is a good idea to get a hold of someone else. “la trampa de los abuelos” – the grandparent trick. This is fast becoming Spain’s most cheeky way to avoid paying a fine for speeding. Continue reading …

In Spain, if you fail to use your indicators correctly, you could face steep fines. Credit : Vach Cameraman, Shutterstock How often do your indicators actually get used? Are you using them correctly? You’re not the only one who answers “not always”. It’s not a secret that most Spanish drivers are guilty of breaking one of the basic rules of …

Spain is planning to limit the use of the left lane on motorways when there’s snow or ice. This will free up space for emergency vehicles, and improve road safety. Credit : csp, shutterstock Driving in bad conditions? If you’re driving in bad weather, you might need to drive on the right side of the road Spain’s traffic authority, the …

It all started here 70 years earlier. Credit: Suzuki It’s fascinating to reflect on the beginnings of Suzuki’s first electric car, e Vitara. Michio Suzuki delivered his first production vehicle, the Suzulight, personally to a doctor in 1955 who was previously making house calls by bicycle. Michio Suzuki began his business in March 1920, with the production of textile looms. …

PM accuses Farage of insulting British workers and blasts the Tories for threatening to ‘rip up’ vital deals as JLR row explodes in Parliament. Credit: ricochet64, Shutterstock. Sir Keir started a full-throttle debate in Parliament over the comments of Nigel Farage (leader of Reform UK), who claimed that Jaguar Land Rover deserved to be bankrupt. In a high-octane session of …

Is it really the end of Jaguar Land Rover? The home to outrageously sexy vehicles like the Jaguar F-type and Range Rover Velar as well as the Land Rover Defender.  Credit: Hanahstocks, Shutterstock Will Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), be forced to shut its doors again? Find out more by reading on You can find out more about this by clicking …

The DGT has introduced a new initiative to support senior mobility that allows drivers over 70 years old in Spain to renew their licenses at no cost. Credit : Budimir Jevtic Shutterstock You don’t need to pay for your renewal of driving license if you are 70 years old or older, and you live in Spain. Yes, really. The DGT …

Buying second-hand in Spain – Experts warn that some seemingly perfect used cars may have hidden flood damage, making thorough checks essential. Credit : ViDI studio, Shutterstock Second-hand cars can make you feel good. The market is full of options and you can find some real gems. But if you’re browsing used cars in Spain, there’s something you need to …