Motoring

A Spanish intersection has a pole that houses both traffic lights and road signage. Credit : Javier Ocampo Bernasconi, Shutterstock Imagine walking down the high street of your town and seeing fewer obstructions, poles, and clutter. Spain’s Traffic Authority is currently talking about this. The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) has put forward a striking – and slightly unusual – …

Catalonia improves speed monitoring along the 344km AP-7 by installing new mobile radar units. Credit : csp, Shutterstock It is useful to know if the AP-7 is used regularly. From this week, the entire 344 kilometres of the AP-7 in Catalonia – from La Jonquera to Ulldecona – are now under mobile speed surveillance. Not only the usual accident hotspots. …

From 2026, cars with the DGT B environmental label will face new restrictions on access to low-emission areas in Spain. Credit : Capturing images by Shutterstock If you own a vehicle with an environmental sticker B, then 2026 is a significant date. This yellow label has been enough until recently to keep you on the right side for most low …

While the official focus of today’s Madrid meeting was on wider road safety issues, it brought into sharper focus a common problem for many readers: sleepiness during long journeys. Fatigue is a common problem for thousands of drivers who travel regularly between cities and along Spain’s highways. Statistics on fatigue and road safety in Spain The magnitude of the problem …

The DGT traffic map shows the widespread road closures, disruptions and delays caused by Storm Leonardo in Spain. Credit : etraffic.dgt.es As many parts of Spain began to dry up, the arrival of Storm Leonardo brought a new wave of disruption. Heavy rain, flooding and landslides are once again causing serious travel problems, particularly in Andalucía, where emergency services are …

Kia PV5. Credit: KIA VW’s new ID Buzz was a hit when it first launched, thanks to its unique design and color choices. Its electric engine also made a splash. Until now, nothing has come close to competing with the VW ID Buzz. Kia’s PV5 is a vehicle that comes in van and people form. While style can be subjective, …

Drivers are warned about a fake ITV website that charges drivers extra and makes false appointments. Photo Credit: La fabrica de nubes / Wikimedia Commons Residents of the Vega Baja have been warned about a new ITV scam which has already affected several citizens who attempted to book ITV test. A local Orihuela Costa citizen reported that a booking site …

Tesla has begun a new phase of its drive for advanced driver assist technology in Europe, by launching demonstrations in public. Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system Spain. Trials began on 26 January, and interested participants can book rides in Tesla stores in 6 cities. This allows them to experience the software first-hand in real traffic conditions. These trials are a major …

Electric scooters must be registered in Spain and identified by 2026. Credit : Dgt.es In Spain, electric scooters no longer slip under the radar. From, January 2 2026, they are officially part of the system – registered, identified and insured. You will be affected by the new regulations if you ride a scooter for transportation to and from work, to …

Dacia boosts employment with new mobility initiative Credit: Shutterstock, emirhankaramuk Dacia, a Spanish automaker that has seen its vehicle prices soar in recent years, has announced a bold new initiative designed to help commuters. The Dacia CareMakers program is designed to assist individuals who struggle to afford a car. This innovative move will help facilitate employment in Spain. The car …