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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 demands a minimum 1.5-metre clearance, or a full lane change where available, and drivers should wait if this cannot be achieved safely. Scooter riders may appear unexpectedly at junctions, while urban crossings often require reduced…
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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…
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Understanding the Real Challenges of Night-Time Driving
Driving after dark changes the way we see and react, reducing depth perception, widening glare, and increasing fatigue. Safe night travel in Spain means slowing down, extending braking distances, and keeping glass and mirrors spotless to limit dazzle. Regular breaks, good preparation, and correct lighting all make a significant difference, helping drivers stay alert and…
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A Two-Minute Light Check That Prevents Major Problems
Before driving a hire car in Spain, a brief walk-round light inspection can avoid avoidable hazards and costly fines. Headlamps, indicators, brake lights, and fog lights should all be tested rather than trusted to dashboard warnings, and modern daytime running lights must never be mistaken for proper night-time illumination. Reporting faults promptly allows rental firms…
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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