During the first weekend of January, some 3,000 vehicles became trapped on a snowbound motorway in Segovia, prompting the government to call on military forces to assist the Guardia Civil in freeing vehicles and their occupants. However, according to the Director General of the DGT, Gregorio Serrano, many of the drivers who became trapped did not hear or head the …

Whatever the weather, come rain or shine, the man and women of the emergency services are always there to help. During the storms of this week, they have all been pushed to the limit, and yet they are still there, ready to help. This picture shows one such patrol from the Guardia Civil who tried to push the vehicle in …

Some of the most confusing signs for drivers moving to Spain are those related to speed limits. There are some similarities in the UK Highway Code. When we look at road signs we remember some basic principles. Red circles tell us what we must NOT do, blue circles tell us what we MUST do, squares and rectangles offer information, triangles …

Is It possible to lose points on your licence when cycling? Latest rumour amongst expats – Is it true you have to wear Hi-Viz jacket whilst riding a bicycle and if you don’t, you will be fined and points on your driving licence. Is this yet ANOTHER “urban myth”?? ——————————————————————————- 1. What do you think about this matter?. True or …

Did you know that a correctly maintained air conditioning system traps all pollen and dust, delivers good clean pure air, increases passenger comfort and keeps the driver alert? The big pollen season is coming up, the weather is warming too…..keep calm, stop sneezing….don’t be caught out and relax…… Irritability behind the wheel is much more noticeable in hot weather, opening …

Spanish law requires that your vehicle is fitted with the correct type and size of tyre for the vehicle type you are driving and for the purpose it is being used. This means fitting the right tyres and for safety ensuring that they are inflated to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure. The legal limit for minimum depth of the tread on …

Officers from the Guardia Civil in the Albacete town of Letur rescued a family from Torrevieja who had become stranded in their car in snow. The couple, along with their two children aged 2 and 5, had become stranded in the municipality of Nerpio and had become disorientated in the winding forest paths of the area. The 112 emergency centre …