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Taking Your Vehicle Out of Spain? Here’s Why You Must Deregister It
by Car Registrations Spain If you’re permanently taking your car out of Spain – whether you’re moving abroad, selling it outside the country, or switching to a foreign registration – there’s an important step many people overlook: deregistering the vehicle from the Spanish system. Failing to deregister can lead to serious consequences, including: ● Ongoing…
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🚗 Holy Thursday Marks the Start of the Year’s Busiest Travel Weekend
🚦 Easter Traffic Alert – Phase 2 Ready!📅 Updated: April 17 2025 🚗💨 9 million long-distance road trips expected by Monday at midnight! 🗺️ Alternative routes have been planned to avoid the center of the Peninsula — the most congested area during Easter holidays. ⚠️ Extra attention on:🔹 Short trips🔹 Secondary roads📸 Increased speed checks,…
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Red Pavement on Roads – What Does It Mean?
The red-colored pavement is used to grab the driver’s attention on roads with increased danger . What is pigmented pavement? It’s a special treatment applied to the road surface that changes its usual color. To be effective, it must be: Bright and uniform Visible day & night The DGT recommends using reddish or orange tones…
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Speeding Fines in Spain
Not respecting speed limits can lead to fines and the loss of licence points. In Spain, speeding is classified into three main categories based on how much you exceed the limit: Minor Offence Exceeding the limit by **up to 20 km/h** Fine: **up to €100** **No points lost** Serious Offence Exceeding the limit by **21–49…
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…
Keeping Children Safe on School Transport Across Spain
Nationwide inspections by the DGT and Guardia Civil ensure that school buses, drivers, and safety equipment all meet strict standards,…
Safe Overtaking and Shared Spaces on Spain’s Roads
Spain’s mix of cyclists, electric scooter users, and pedestrians requires visiting drivers to be patient and highly observant. Overtaking cyclists…
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…
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