A Tesla sales centre in Innsbruck, Austria. Elon Musk, CEO of the US-based electric auto manufacturer Tesla, is facing declining European sales as a result of growing competition. Credit: Shutterstock. Kittyfly Tesla hasn’t had a good start to the year in Europe. Sales for January and February fell by half in comparison to 2024. In fact, while Tesla‘s numbers dipped, …
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The DGT is rolling out a road speed control radar system in Spain as part of its 2025 plan to reduce speeding on Spain’s most dangerous roads and improve safety. Credit : Shutterstock, Pablo Prat Drivers across Spain should be aware that the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) has just installed 17 new radar systems on key roads nationwide. These …
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R-120 Sign in Madrid, Spain. January 20, 2025. The sign, which is relatively new and easy to miss, allows only authorized vehicles in urban areas of Spanish cities. Credit: Shutterstock and Mundofoto Miss this sign and you could be €200 out of pocket – but what exactly is it, and how do you stay in the clear? Spain’s drivers are …
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Spain’s DGT has lowered the thresholds for speed cameras across the country, in an effort to combat road accidents and improve road safety. Credit : Shutterstock, Nigel J. Harris The General Directorate of Traffic in Spain (DGT), has announced an aggressive crackdown on speeding. They have lowered the thresholds for speed cameras to improve the safety of the roads. Drivers …
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Motoring event. Morgan HFS (Henry Frederick Stanley Morgan) founded the Morgan Motor Company back in 1909. I wonder if HFS ever thought that over 110 years after he started his company, it would still exist and outlive much larger car manufacturers. In fact, the Morgan family owned and controlled Morgan Motor Company until 2019. I’m certain he would like that …
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The Spanish Traffic Authority (DGT) issues the Spanish driving licence. How the Spanish points-based system for driving licences works Credit: Shutterstock, Lucia Fdez Spain has a system of points-based licences, in which drivers begin with points that they lose for traffic violations. Spain rewards safe driving while punishing repeat offenders. How many points will you start off with? Drivers who …
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Spain’s latest driving hack: Earn extra points without spending a penny. Credit: Shutterstock, FTiare Spain’s DGT introduced a measure that will allow responsible drivers to receive additional points for completing an approved course on road safety. Spain’s traffic authorities are dangling a tempting carrot in front of motorists – an extra two points on their driving licence. Before you get …
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Renault Classics. Credit: Renault It’s not unusual for premium car manufacturers to offer parts and services as a reference for classic models that are no longer in production. There are more mass-market automakers who follow suit. The Originals Renault la Collection has launched a new initiative for collectors who own historic Renault cars. A new website is now available (theoriginals-services.renault.com), …
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Subaru has released the prices and specifications of its new Forester eBOXER. Subaru Subaru has released the specifications and prices for its new Forester eBoxer, marking the UK launch of the latest Forester generation. Back in 1997 the first-generation Subaru Forester was launched, arguably making it one of the first ‘crossover’ SUVs. Its subtle styling, in comparison to other large SUVs, …
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European Commission issues fire hazard alert. Hyundai fire hazard alert: Does your car make the list? Credit: Shutterstock, otomobil RAPEX is the rapid alert system of the European Commission for dangerous consumer goods. A new warning has been issued by RAPEX regarding a possible fire hazard with certain Hyundai models. According to the system’s official warning, ‘some vehicles could leak …
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