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Slow Down
On their social media, the Dirección General de Tráfico – España (Spanish Traffic Department) has posted: “Are you one of those drivers who slow down when they see a speed camera? With “average speed cameras,” that trick won’t work! They don’t monitor speed at a single point — they control your average speed over several…
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New Speed Record on Open Road in Spain!
A driver of a Mercedes GLE Coupé was caught speeding at 228 km/h on the AP-36 highway near Cuenca — almost double the legal limit! Consequences faced: 3 to 6 months in prison Heavy fines based on income 31 to 90 days of community service License suspension from 1 to 4 years Immediate €600 fine…
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MOBILE PHONES WITH ACCELEROMETERS: Automatic 112 Calls in Case of an Accident
by Plane Parking S.L Did you know some mobile phones can detect accidents and automatically call 112 (emergency services)? Thanks to accelerometers, gyroscopes, and impact detection algorithms, your phone could save your life! iPhone (Apple) iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 include Crash Detection. If a severe impact is detected and you don’t respond within 20…
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Spain Tests 150 km/h Speed Limit in Catalonia
The Spanish Directorate-General for Traffic (DGT) has launched an innovative AI-powered speed management system on the AP-7 motorway, between Maçanet de la Selva and El Vendrell, covering approximately 90 miles. Previously limited to the national standard of 120 km/h (75 mph), this section now features dynamic speed limits that can reach up to 150 km/h…
When Loading Goes Wrong: How Poorly Secured Luggage Increases Risk and Affects Insurance
December brings a rise in heavily packed vehicles across Spain as families travel, visitors arrive, and car boots fill with…
Keeping Holiday Loads Safe: How to Carry Gifts and Luggage Without Risk
December brings heavy shopping trips, family visits, and long cross-country journeys, leaving many vehicles packed with gifts, bags, and seasonal…
Navigating Fog, Rain, and Low Sun in November
Rapid shifts from coastal fog to mountain rain or glaring low sun make November driving in Spain particularly challenging. Dipped…
What to Do After a Night-Time Accident in Spain
If an accident occurs after dark, immediate safety measures and calm decision-making are vital. Hazard lights, a correctly placed warning…
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