All this week, until Sunday 22 April, traffic police across Europe will be paying special attention to one of the #fatal4 co…
April 15 is the Day of the Cyclist
April 15 has been recognised as the Day of the Cyclist. Although the origins of this day are somewhat historically disturbin…
What is the Speed Limit in Spain?
All roads in Spain have a maximum permitted speed limit. However, that limit not only varies depending on the characteristic…
Which is the Best Lighting?
There are three main types of vehicle illumination available, halogen headlights, xenon headlights, automatic headlights, et…
What is an Assisted Pedal Bike?
There has been a lot of confusion over so-called “electric” bikes, and whether they can be used without a licenc…
Statistical Information on Sanctions now on the DGT Website
The DGT has included a new section on the website, dgt.es, which will provide statistical information on fines and sanctions…
Obtaining a Vehicle Report
If you are interested in buying a second-hand vehicle, you can obtain a detailed report from the DGT which provides a wealth…
New i-size Chart for Child Seats
The labelling on child seats has changed across Europe, making it theoretically easier for children to be secured in a more …
How to Deal with Priority Vehicles
Emergency vehicle which are responding to an incident have priority over other vehicles. During any drive we must be forever…
When Will the Roads of Spain be Busiest This Easter?
Tuesday sees the start of the second and most important phase of the special operation monitoring traffic flow for the Easte…
