DGT promotes alcohol-free beer for drivers as consumption figures surge across Spain
Almost half of adults in Spain now drink alcohol-free beer, as the DGT highlights non-alcoholic options in its latest road safety campaign for motorists.
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Almost half of adults in Spain now drink alcohol-free beer, as the DGT highlights non-alcoholic options in its latest road safety campaign for motorists.
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