As a new school year begins, thousands of families across Spain adjust to the daily routine of getting children to and from school. For many, that means the school bus — a familiar sight and a lifeline for parents. Each…
We remind you that electric scooters are officially classified as Personal Mobility Vehicles (PMVs) in Spain, and their use is generally restricted to urban areas . However, there’s one important exception: The DGT (Spanish Traffic Department) allows electric scooters to…
This machine is designed to automatically measure the soot or gas content in the exhaust of combustion engines. The ITV pollution test differs depending on your vehicle type: * Gasoline * Diesel Let’s break it down — What’s Measured in…
For many families, the school run means a car journey rather than the bus. It may feel like a routine trip, but it comes with its own risks. By following a few simple rules, parents can make the journey safer…
It is increasingly common for friends or relatives visiting Spain on holiday to ask to borrow our car. The problem often comes later: weeks after they’ve left, we may receive a fine at home for parking violations, entering a low-emission…
Spain’s DGT uses the Pegasus helicopter to monitor traffic from the air, especially during busy periods like summer holidays. What does it do? Records video and takes high-resolution photos of vehicles Tracks cars from 300 meters above the road Equipped…
