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New DGT radars catch drivers braking before speed cameras in SpainThe traffic authorities in Spain aim to catch those who slow down at speed traps before accelerating There are many different speed limits on the roads throughout Spain depending on where you’re driving, and they can vary widely from 120km.. 29/11/2021

How to check road conditions in Spain before travellingThe DGT has provided drivers with a number of ways to find out if it is safe to drive in Spain The weather throughout Spain has undoubtedly turned in the last week or so, with the first winter DANA quickly followed by storm Arwen blanketing much of.. 29/11/2021

DGT tips for driving safely in snow and on icy roads in SpainA guide to driving in adverse weather conditions in winter in Spain When winter comes in Spain, it’s important for drivers to know how to safely manage low temperatures, driving rain and heavy snowfall. The General Directorate of Traffic.. 25/11/2021

Car production in Spain plummeted in OctoberIndustry insiders blame the downward trend on the supply shortage of essential microchips in Spain The automotive industry has been flailing all year in Spain and October was no exception, with just 165,003 vehicles manufactured in the entire.. 25/11/2021

Benidorm once again requests ownership of section of N-332The town council has slammed the Valencia government for failing to respond to a request 13 months ago Benidorm Town Hall will once again ask the Valencia region's Ministry of Public Works to transfer free ownership of a section of the N-.. 25/11/2021

These are the most common driving fines issued in winter in SpainDrivers in Spain can face several hefty fines during the cooler months Just as certain fines are more frequent in summer, such as for driving in unsafe footwear, several infractions are likely to get motorists into trouble in the colder months and.. 24/11/2021

What to do in case of a traffic accident in SpainTraffic officers in Spain have detailed how drivers can stay safe in the event of a collision Being involved in a road traffic accident in Spain is a scary prospect and the driving laws, rules and regulations are difficult to navigate at the best.. 23/11/2021

New driving licence proposed for young people in SpainThe licence would allow 16-year-olds to drive low-powered electric vehicles in Spain The B1 driving licence works well in much of Europe including the United Kingdom, France and Portugal, and now the DGT is considering implementing the category for.. 19/11/2021

DGT announces plans for new radars and drones on roads in SpainTraffic authorities will implement new measures to cut down on road traffic accidents in Spain As part of the Spanish Road Safety Strategy 2021-2030, authorities are determined to crack down on the number of serious and fatal traffic accidents in.. 17/11/2021

Renfe celebrates Black Friday with bargain rail tickets throughout SpainRail passengers can buy cheap tickets to Malaga and Alicante in addition to some destinations in France Spain’s state-owned rail service Renfe is offering bargain-basement tickets for travel throughout 2022 as part of its Black Friday promotion.. 17/11/2021

Murcia road included in five most dangerous roads in SpainMore than 2,000 kilometres of roads in Spain are considered dangerous The main focus of Spanish road authorities for decades has been a reduction in the number of unnecessary traffic-related deaths, and in the last 30 years, Spain has diminished.. 16/11/2021

Hand signals commonly used by traffic police in SpainTraffic officer signals have the highest priority in Spain In cities and towns throughout Spain it is common to see traffic officers directing drivers using a variety of hand signals, particularly during rush hour times: generally, in the morning.. 15/11/2021

Compensation for owners of cars bought between 2006 and 2013 in SpainDrivers in Spain may be entitled to refunds of more than 2,000 euros In 2015, the National Markets and Competition Commission (CNMC) uncovered a series of fraudulent activities involving 91% of the brands of cars sold in Spain. The investigation.. 11/11/2021

These are the traffic violations that will cost drivers in Spain 20,000 eurosSerious driving infractions in Spain are considered a criminal offence, and carry a heavy price The cost of fines for traffic violations in Spain can vary widely and the accompanying laws can change greatly overtime, meaning that motorists can easily.. 11/11/2021

These are the 4 traffic violations which you can be fined for and not know about itThere are four main infractions committed by drivers in Spain that may not incur a fine immediately Many traffic regulations in Spain can be confusing and the Directorate of Traffic (DGT) is never slow in issuing hefty fines against infractions... 04/11/2021

DGT announces hefty fine for common traffic violation in SpainThe traffic authorities are cracking down on ‘reckless driving’ in Spain It’s pretty common knowledge by now that the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) doesn’t take any prisoners when it comes to traffic fines and has.. 02/11/2021

Avoid fines when someone else is driving your car in SpainIt is essential that ‘regular drivers’ are registered with the DGT in Spain It is a fairly common practice the world over to allow someone else to drive your car and Spain is no exception. The situation can become complicated, however, if..