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Fuel prices in Spain drop just in time for the holidaysDiesel has fallen to €1.421 per litre and petrol has reached €1.470 in pumps across Spain Fuel prices have continued their downward slide this week, dropping by as much as 1.11% and maintaining the decline that began a fortnight ago on the.. 19/12/2025
EU backtracks on banning sale of petrol cars from 2035Spain rejects the watered-down emissions rules as the EC caves to automotive industry pressure The European Commission has dramatically watered down its ambitious plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2035, bowing to pressure from.. 17/12/2025
Half of road deaths in Spain linked to drink driving over last 25 yearsCampaigners renew calls for tougher action as festive season approaches More than half of the 73,500 people who have lost their lives on Spanish roads over the past 25 years were over the legal alcohol limit, according to new figures released this week.. 17/12/2025
Electric scooters in Spain will need mandatory civil liability cover from January 2In 2026, any riders in Spain caught without insurance will face fines of up to €1,000 For drivers, the start of the new year brings the much talked about V-16 beacons which will replace the old emergency triangles across Spain. But there&rsquo.. 16/12/2025
Spain's twistiest road packs in a curve for every day of the yearGC-200 in Gran Canaria challenges drivers with cliffs and hairpin thrills Fancy a drive that keeps you on your toes? If you love a scenic drive with a bit of an adrenaline kick, Gran Canaria’s GC-200 might just top your list. Known as the &ldquo.. 16/12/2025
Merry Christmas 2025 from Car Registrations SpainDriving into the festive season with gratitude and best wishes! Car Registrations Spain would like to thank all their clients for choosing their friendly and professional vehicle import service this year. Specialising in making the switch to Spanish.. 12/12/2025
Spain's straightest road: The 23km line that never bendsThe N-301 between El Provencio and Minaya offers Spain’s longest arrow-straight drive, but its monotony hides some real safety risks Spain has plenty of winding mountain roads and coastal bends, but one stretch in the middle of the country.. 11/12/2025
Can I test my new V-16 beacon at home without alerting the emergency services?The V-26 light will replace emergency triangles across Spain from January 1, 2026 Now that January 1 is just around the corner and V-16 beacon lights will replace the old triangles as the only legal way to indicate a road emergency or breakdown, many.. 08/12/2025
Beer flows across M-50 in Madrid after truck overturnsMore than a few pints spilled after a truck carrying 20 tons of beer overturned on the M-50 in Getafe We’re used to beer flowing at this time of year, but not quite like this. Two people were injured after a car collided with a truck carrying.. 05/12/2025
Scooting to a town near you? Electric scooters to deliver the post in MurciaThe Spanish postal service is introducing electric scooters to carry letters and packages in Murcia Electric scooters already divide opinion throughout the Region of Murcia, but they could soon be delivering your letters and packages. Correos plans.. 05/12/2025
Spain accelerates electric car push with €400 million aid and call for affordable manufacturingNew Auto Plus programme offers direct subsidies as government targets greener, accessible mobility Spain is stepping up efforts to make electric cars more affordable and accessible, unveiling a €400 million aid package to boost their purchase under.. 04/12/2025
Vehicles in Spain that won't need a V-16 emergency light come JanuaryCertain cars in Spain are exempt from the new rules and won’t have to swap the old emergency triangle From January 1 next year, the approved V-16 emergency beacon becomes the only legal device for signalling breakdowns and accidents on Spanish.. 27/11/2025
How to spot a fake V-16 emergency light in Spain and avoid a big fineKnock-off beacons not approved by traffic authorities in Spain are flooding the market ahead of the January deadline From January 1 next year, every vehicle in the country (with a few minor exceptions) must carry an approved and connected V-16 emergency..
ITV prices across Spain: What you pay depends on where you liveThere is a massive price difference between inspection stations across Spain If you own a car, van or motorcycle in Spain, you'll be all too familiar with the often dreaded ITV appointment. The Inspección Técnica de Vehículos.. 17/11/2025
Want to save on petrol? Here’s the best day and time to fill up in SpainA new Spain-wide study reveals when prices rise and fall and how to make every litre go further Nobody likes wasting money and two of the biggest expenses we all try to cut back on are food shopping and filling up the car. While prices at the pump.. 13/11/2025
Understanding the differences between car insurance in Spain and the UKA guide from Insure Spain on the key contrasts between UK and Spanish cover Car insurance is a legal requirement in both Spain and the UK, yet the systems in place in each country operate in very different ways. These differences can be seen in how.. 02/10/2025
Confuzo.com: Making savings on electricty, gas and insurance in Spain simple for expatsHelping residents in Spain compare electricity, gas, insurance and more with ease Many residents in Spain often find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer number of options when it comes to utilities and insurance. Understanding electricity charging times..
The loophole that lets campervans avoid roadside inspections in SpainSummer road checks are commonplace in Spain, but privacy rules can protect certain motorhomes Every summer, road checks ramp up across Spain and caravans and campervans are high on the list of vehicles the Guardia Civil likes to keep an eye on. These.. 22/08/2025
How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 17/07/2025
What does that new diamond-shaped sign mean on the roads?New signs around Europe, previously unknown, are becoming ever more common The European Union has been making an effort for years to unify road safety regulations throughout Europe, including signs, traffic regulations and even sanctions. .. 17/07/2025
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