This week on the N332 Driving in Spain podcast, we’re all about the school run! We’re breaking down the rules for walkers, cyclists, and drivers to make sure every journey to school is as safe as it can be.
A recent social media rumour claimed that the DGT (Directorate General of Traffic) in Spain was planning to fine drivers who travel alone. This is false. While the DGT is encouraging carpooling to reduce congestion and emissions, inspired by the success of high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes, which have reduced single-occupant cars by up to 47% on Madrid’s A6 motorway, there are no plans to fine drivers for being alone in their vehicles. The confusion arose from the existing fines for misuse of HOV lanes (200 euro) and statements from Director General Pere Navarro emphasising the need to increase vehicle occupancy. The article clarifies that the DGT aims to promote shared travel, not penalise solo drivers.
The Guardia Civil identified a driver performing dangerous “drifting” and “donuts” on public roads amidst traffic and pedestrians in Zaragoza. Videos on social media initiated the investigation, leading to charges against the 30-year-old man for reckless driving and endangering road safety. The Guardia Civil monitors such behavior to prevent risks.
The Guardia Civil arrested 6 people belonging to a criminal organisation dedicated to the…
National Police arrested an individual in Tarragona for a scam selling VTC licences, swindling over €150,000 in Barcelona and 3 million in Madrid. Charged with fraud, document forgery, and identity theft, he sold the same license multiple times. The investigation revealed a history of similar crimes since 2021.
The Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja has been accredited with the golden seal of the Joint…