A compliant towbar matters: in Spain, non-approved fittings or hitches that block the number plate can bring €200–€400 fines. Credit: Douglas Cliff, Shutterstock Thinking of fitting – or already driving with – a towbar in Spain? Guardia Civil is now tightening up the checks for Spain’s “Driverless Vehicles” anti-tuning The simple fact that this small metal lump can cost a …

Estepona’s Casa de Las Tejerinas in Plaza de las Flores will open to showcase Aires del Sur, a captivating painting collection by artist Silvia Pucciarelli. The exhibition, which runs until August 27, offers free entry and features 21 medium and large-format works that capture the light, colours, and emotions of Andalucía. The exhibition is open from Tuesday to Friday from …

The Local Government Board of Marbella has approved over €400,000 to fund social initiatives, supporting eight partnerships with local associations and a competitive grant programme.  Of the total, €260,000 will finance agreements with organisations such as the Alzheimer’s Family Association (AFA Marbella), Marbella Voluntaria, Bastiano Bergese, Cáritas (for its Virgen Madre shelter), Afimar, Crece, Cudeca, and Global Gift. These projects …