MOTORING & TRAVEL

How to avoid getting heatstroke in cars in SpainTemperatures are skyrocketing in Spain and overheated cars can quickly become death traps for children and pets Spain is experiencing a mini heatwave this week with temperatures of up to 40ºC forecast in many areas. In these conditions, our cars.. 20/05/2022

Watch the video: Ingenious Spanish road workers install fake police car to slow drivers downThe workers wanted to scare drivers into hitting the brakes as they passed road works in Spain Tired of traffic zooming past them as they toiled on the roadside, workers in Albacete commissioned a life-size – and very life-like – model.. 18/05/2022

Tourists in Spain warned of highway pirate scamScammers have been known to orchestrate crashes with unwitting rental car drivers in Spain Spain is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations for Irish and UK holidaymakers and with summer fast approaching, thousands of people are making plans.. 17/05/2022

Diesel prices in Spain exceed EU average for first timeSpain now has the ninth highest fuel costs in the entire European Union The average price of a litre of diesel in Spain, without taking into account the 20-cent bonus scheme, has exceeded the average of the European Union for the first time since.. 16/05/2022

Update on UK driving licences in SpainNegotiations to allow UK citizens to exchange their licence for a Spanish one are ongoing Since May 1, any British citizens who have been resident in Spain for more than 6 months and have not exchanged their UK licence for a Spanish one have not been.. 13/05/2022

Worried about your driving licence status in Spain? Getting a Spanish driving licence could be easier than you thinkWith a specialist course in English and help with every part of the application and testing process, the experts at Heniam make obtaining a driving licence in Spain simple On May 1, changes came into force in Spain which meant that UK licenses for people..

Spain likely to make changes to fuel discount in JulyThe government is examining a voucher or refund system in Spain as oil companies continue to raise fuel prices Despite several warnings from the Ministry of Finance, many of the bigger oil companies have hiked up their prices to compensate for the.. 12/05/2022

Plans to reduce driving licence validity for over 65s in SpainPeople over the age of 65 in Spain currently have to renew their licence every five years With countless British expats in Spain still feeling the sting of no longer being permitted to drive on a UK licence since the authorities failed to reach.. 12/05/2022

Spain wants to reduce motorway speed limits from 120 to 110kphThe measure is aimed at reducing fuel usage in the face of an energy crisis in Spain With the weather finally turning more spring-like across Spain after weeks of torrential rain, most are looking forward to the summer season with anticipation; however.. 10/05/2022

How much does it cost to get a Spanish driving licence? These are the 7 things you have to know...What’s the real cost of getting in driving licence in Spain, and how do you do it? After it was announced by the British Embassy that UK citizens resident in Spain will no longer be able to drive on a valid British driving licence six months after..

DGT warning and possible fine for playing music in cars in SpainThe Traffic authorities in Spain have advised drivers to only listen to certain types of music Since the introduction of the new Traffic Law in March this year, the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has really focused in on cutting down on the number..

British Embassy in Spain reveals why the delay in an agreement on driving licencesThe UK Embassy in Madrid has released a statement on Twitter with more information for drivers on why it is taking so long to reach a deal As of May 1, UK citizens resident in Spain for more than six months are not able to drive on a valid British.. 04/05/2022

BREAKING NEWS: UK driving licences no longer valid for British residents in Spain from May 1The UK government failed to reach an agreement with Spain before the end of the current grace period, although talks are ongoing Just over 24 hours before the deadline, the UK government has delivered the news that it has not reached an agreement.. 30/04/2022

5 cross-border train lines between Spain and France resumedThe services are on trial until the end of May and tickets cost just 1 euro in Spain The five cross-border bus routes between France and Spain have been renewed as part of a test phase until the end of May to establish the feasibility of the venture.. 29/04/2022

5 most common fines for motorhome drivers in SpainCaravan and campervan drivers face fines of up to 6,000 euros in Spain for some common mistakes Motorhome travel has become an increasingly popular way to explore Spain, offering visitors a sense of freedom that can only be found on the open road. The..

These are the fines in Spain for drivers stopping in bike lanesUnder the new Traffic Law in Spain, this practice is now considered a serious offence Since the new Traffic Law came into force in Spain on March 21, 2022, the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has been cracking down particularly on distractions.. 19/04/2022

Tourists warned of huge car rental shortage in SpainThe sector urges visitors to book their summer car rentals in Spain as soon as possible The removal of coronavirus travel restrictions has resulted in a welcome rebound in Spain’s tourism sector, but with increased demand during Easter and summer.. 12/04/2022

Empty or full tank: which saves more fuel?Tricks like topping up with the bare minimum of fuel don’t save money in the long run With the price of petrol and diesel in Spain as high as they are, everyone wants to make an effort to conserve fuel. Some prefer to go to the new ..

INTERACTIVE MAP: where are the invisible speed cameras located in Spain?Spain has nearly 50 laser-powered radars that are hard to detect and which try to catch speeding drivers Speeding is one of the main causes of traffic accidents in Spain. That’s why the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has increased control.. 10/03/2022

Safety tips for driving in windy and snowy weather in SpainWhat’s the best way to stay safe on the road if driving in a snowstorm? Blizzards, driving snow and strong winds can all make driving a treacherous undertaking, and only the most skilled of drivers should venture out in such adverse conditions...