Post-Brexit Driving in Spain: The Truth About International Driving Permits for British Tourists
British tourists do not require an International Driving Permit to drive in Spain, despite lingering post-Brexit internet myths suggesting otherwise.
British tourists do not require an International Driving Permit to drive in Spain, despite lingering post-Brexit internet myths suggesting otherwise.
As vehicle occupant deaths fall, pedestrian casualty reductions have stalled. An in-depth look at how the fortress effect inside our cars has increased the risks for children and teenagers on foot.
From 1 October, motorcycles will be able to use the right hard shoulder in certain congested and specifically signposted locations, at no more than 30 km/h. This is not a general permission to use the hard shoulder, and drivers must understand the difference between motorcycles and ciclomotores.
Seat belts remain one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce the consequences of a collision. From 1 October 2026, several previous exemptions disappear, making belt use mandatory for drivers who were previously exempt, including taxi and goods-vehicle drivers.
New rules coming into force on 1 October introduce mandatory closed footwear and protective gloves for motorcycle and moped users in specified circumstances, while professional riders must wear high-visibility clothing. Protective equipment is not merely about compliance; it can reduce the severity of injuries.
Traffic-light sequences at pedestrian crossings are changing from 1 October, but the fundamental rules for drivers remain. Fixed amber means stop unless stopping safely is impossible; flashing amber means proceed with extreme caution and give way where necessary.