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€200 fine for wearing sunglasses while driving
In recent days, a headline has gone viral claiming that police can fine you for driving with sunglasses. While it’s eye-catching, the news actually refers **exclusively** to **category 4 sunglasses**. **What the DGT says:** The DGT does not explicitly ban any type of sunglasses, but traffic regulations require drivers to maintain **sufficient visibility at all…
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Overtaking on Spanish Roads by COYS RENT-A-CAR
Overtaking is one of the most common — yet dangerous — manoeuvres. In Spain, the DGT has clear rules to reduce risk. Knowing where and when you can (and can’t) overtake is essential for safe driving. Many serious crashes happen due to poor overtaking decisions. — **No-Overtaking Signs** These signs show a red circle with…
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What to Do if you are Caught in a Wildfire While Driving
Forest fires, or wildfires, can spread with alarming speed and unpredictable intensity. While authorities strive to close roads in affected areas well in advance, there remains a risk of being unexpectedly caught in such a situation while driving. If you ever find yourself facing a wildfire on the road, knowing how to react swiftly and…
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“If I have residency, can I drive a foreign-registered vehicle in Spain?”
If you are a legal resident in Spain and own a foreign vehicle, you must register it in Spain. However, if a friend, relative, or neighbor visits you with their own vehicle registered in their home country, you can drive it legally while they’re on holiday — as long as the insurance allows it. It’s…
Spain’s Festive Travel Peaks: When Road Risks Are at Their Highest
Spain’s festive season creates several predictable peaks in travel risk, each linked to long-standing traditions and public holidays. The busiest…
Navigating Spain’s Festive Travel Waves: Safe Driving from Nochebuena to Three Kings
Spain’s festive season spans several weeks, creating repeated waves of heavy traffic rather than a single Christmas rush. The first…
The Knock on the Door: Families Living with the Consequences of Drink-Driving
Drink-driving collisions are often reported in terms of vehicles, road conditions, or police statements, yet the deepest impact is felt…
Through an Officer’s Eyes: The Devastating Reality of Drink-Driving Collisions
For many police officers, Christmas is not only a season of celebration but also a period marked by the harsh…
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