Freelance journalist and reporter on the Costa Blanca in Spain, writing for a range of publications, digital and in print, including N332, This is Torrevieja, SpanishVida, Mad Black Cat, Spanish Traffic Law, Mark Nolan´s Podcast, and others.
Prepare for a comfortable and safe summer road trip in Spain with these five non-mandatory but highly recommended car additions. From staying hydrated with plenty of water to keeping cool with sunshades and portable fans, discover essentials that will enhance your journey under the Spanish sun.
Driving in Spain after losing all your licence points is a serious road safety offense under Article 384 of the Penal Code. This can lead to severe penalties, including prison sentences of three to six months, fines ranging from 12 to 24 months, or 31 to 90 days of community service. Spain’s points-based system, in place since 2006, allows for licence loss due to accumulated serious infractions, though point recovery courses are available. Common violations leading to point loss include speeding, mobile phone use, not wearing a seatbelt, and alcohol/drug use.
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Traveling with children in Spain this summer? Ensure their safety on the road by understanding Spain’s specific child car safety regulations. Learn about mandatory rear-seat travel for children under 135 cm, the importance of approved Child Restraint Systems (CRS), and how to identify a safe car seat. Discover why these rules are crucial for preventing injuries and saving lives, with shocking statistics highlighting the risks of unprotected travel. Find out what to look for on the orange approval label to guarantee your child’s car seat meets European safety standards.
If you have attended one of our talks during the spring, you may have…