Drive Bright, Drive Safe: Visibility Tips for Visitors
If you’re hiring a car in Spain this autumn or winter, visibility should be top of your checklist. A few quick adjustments before setting off can make every journey safer.
If you’re hiring a car in Spain this autumn or winter, visibility should be top of your checklist. A few quick adjustments before setting off can make every journey safer.
As daylight hours shorten across Spain, visibility becomes one of the most crucial elements of road safety. Every driver, cyclist, and pedestrian has a part to play in ensuring they can be seen — and can see others.
As autumn progresses, visibility worsens. High-visibility clothing and reflective accessories can make pedestrians and cyclists visible 60–80% further away than dark clothing.
This week we bring you urgent lessons from tragedies and policy changes across Europe, combined with fresh initiatives here in Spain.
Cycling is healthy and sustainable, but it comes with risks. Helmets are mandatory for under-16s and recommended for all. Bikes must have a bell, reflectors, and lights at night.
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.