How Reflective Lines and Signs Keep Spain’s Roads Safe at Night

Night-time safety relies heavily on the visibility of reflective markings and signs, which return headlight beams to guide drivers accurately through bends, lanes, and junctions. Although Spanish highways use advanced retroreflective paints and studs, wear and dirt can reduce their performance, particularly on rural routes where maintenance is less frequent. Reporting damaged or obscured signs helps authorities keep guidance clear, while clean headlights and a spotless windscreen ensure that even the best markings can do their job. When reflective surfaces fade, the margin for error narrows dramatically.