The Psychology of “It Won’t Happen to Me”
Risk does not disappear simply because previous journeys ended safely.
Risk does not disappear simply because previous journeys ended safely.
The DGT and Guardia Civil launch a massive 24-hour continuous testing marathon across Spain. We break down the unique, hidden dangers of both alcohol and drug-driving, explain why the only safe limit is zero, and issue an urgent warning on why you must never tip off other motorists about police checkpoints.
Spain is strictly enforcing the transition from traditional warning triangles to connected V-16 emergency beacons to protect stranded motorists from the extreme dangers of walking on live motorways.
Not all distractions are obvious. Conversations, thoughts, and everyday surroundings can quietly reduce attention and affect driving performance.
Mobile phones remain one of the most persistent sources of distraction on the road. Even brief interaction can significantly reduce attention, reaction time, and awareness.
Distraction is often associated with mobile phones, but many of the most dangerous distractions are subtle, familiar, and easily overlooked. Understanding where distraction really comes from is key to safer driving.