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New motorcycle licence rules coming to Spain by the end of 2024DGT Spain has confirmed that new drivers will have to pass a course to ride 125cc motorbikes Spain's General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) is set to introduce a mandatory course for drivers with a B permit who wish to drive motorcycles up to 125cc.. 13/03/2024

How much does it cost to import a car from UK to Spain?Thinking of importing your vehicle to Spain from the UK? Here’s what you need to know… One of the decisions when moving to Spain or spending time in the country is whether you should buy a car in Spain or import your existing vehicle and change..

Parking pitfalls: Avoid a costly fine in Spain for this common driving mistakeMany cities in Spain will penalise motorists if they parallel park too close to other cars Parking in Spanish cities can sometimes be a nightmare, especially when drivers return to their vehicles to find that another car has pulled in too close, making.. 11/03/2024

Cracking the case of the curious fried egg traffic sign in SpainOf Spain’s more than 400 road signs, this one is probably the weirdest and most confusing In 2023, the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) unveiled dozens of new road signs all across Spain that sent drivers into a tail-spin. To be fair, most.. 08/03/2024

Complete guide to campervan rules and regulations in SpainMake the most of your motorhome, caravan or camper adventure in Spain Driving a motorhome, caravan or campervan through Spain can be an exciting adventure, offering the freedom to explore new destinations and experience the great outdoors. However.. 05/03/2024

Beware of new text scam from traffic authorities doing the rounds in SpainFraudsters are sending fake fines to drivers in Spain, posing as the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) The Spanish Consumer Association has alerted the public about a recent phone fraud scheme that is targeting numerous motorists. The scam involves.. 15/02/2024

Spanish traffic police crack down on improper use of indicatorsGoing forward, traffic authorities in Spain will fine drivers who don’t use their turn signals The use of indicators (or lack thereof) is a bit of a bugbear for drivers in Spain, particularly on roundabouts since the rules are so different from the..

Spain will scrap physical ITV stickers in windshieldsDrivers throughout Spain will soon be allowed to carry proof of the test on their mobiles The DGT has announced plans to scrap ITV (Technical Inspection of Vehicles) stickers for car and motorbike windscreens. In Spain, the ITV is similar to the UK&rsquo..

Spain approves big changes to driving licence renewals for over 65sThe measures will be applied EU-wide and will involve more demanding medical checks for older drivers With the onset of the new year, the European Union has set a short-term goal of reducing traffic fatalities, since the number of deaths on the roads.. 16/01/2024

These are the Spanish cities that will have Low Emission Zones in 2024Some of the biggest cities in Spain are also tightening restrictions on polluting vehicles With the arrival of the new year, many Spanish cities will begin to redouble their efforts to establish Low Emission Zones or ZBEs (‘Zonas de Bajas Emisiones..

Low-cost petrol stations in Spain: Why they are on the rise and are they worth it compared to traditional gas stations?The number of budget filling stations has more than doubled in Spain in the last decade, but is it a false economy? Since the war began in Ukraine in February 2022, drivers have been experiencing an uncomfortable see-saw effect on the price of petrol.. 05/12/2023

Spanish traffic cops employ new mobile ITV checksPolice checkpoints in Spain can now inspect the condition of vehicles on the spot Most traffic accidents on Spanish roads are a result of excessive speed or distracted drivers, but the traffic authorities are also coming to realise that poorly maintained..

How to recognise camouflaged motorbike cops on Spanish roadsIn addition to vans and cars, the DGT in Spain uses undercover motorcycles to fine drivers The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) in Spain has several ways of monitoring the safety of Spanish roads, although the vast majority of fines are still.. 11/09/2023

Dragon teeth: what are these new signs on Spanish roads?These signals have been in place since 2001 in Spain but most drivers still don’t know what they mean The wonderful world of traffic rules is constantly evolving in Spain and it’s often hard to keep up with the regulations implemented.. 07/09/2023

Spain introduces new rules for parking campervans and motorhomesThe traffic authorities in Spain have finally distinguished between parking and camping What better way to explore all that Spain has to offer than by hitting the open road and letting the highway ahead be your only guidebook? Travelling through.. 04/08/2023

How to travel for free on Spanish motorwaysSeveral toll roads in Spain are completely free at certain times of the day Although the Spanish government has scrapped the tolls on many high-capacity roads, there are still several pay-per-use motorways in the country and some are among the most.. 03/08/2023

3 risks of taking your car to the beachParking too close to the sea can have many detrimental effects on vehicles Many people in Spain choose to escape the stifling heat of the cities and towns in summer and head for the beach, and given the options of planes, trains and automobiles, the car..

Top tips for driving in Spain during a heatwaveHere’s how to keep cool in the car when the temperature cranks up... In scorching temperatures, which we are seeing more often in Spain in summer now, it’s often not enough to simply blast the air con. This kind of heat not only effects..

Fill up for less: days and times fuel is cheaper in SpainThe price of petrol and diesel in Spain varies greatly from day to day, and can often change overnight Filling the tank has become quite a hefty budget item for most people in Spain since the government abolished the cost-saving fuel discount at the.. 23/02/2023

Driving without insurance in Spain: the costly consequencesMore than 2.5 million drivers take to the roads in Spain without cover Spanish law, like everywhere else, obliges all drivers to take out motor insurance. However, the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) estimates that around 2.6 million vehicles.. 21/02/2023

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