ROADPOL Data Backs Spain’s Connected V-16 Beacon
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.
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.
Spain’s traffic chief Pere Navarro has defended the mandatory V-16 emergency beacon, calling it a major step forward in roadside safety while dismissing criticism.
New DGT regulations for 2026 introduce supervised driving for 17-year-olds and more frequent licence renewals for motorists over 65.
In any vehicle fire, get everyone out and move well away, immediately.
Fire develops quickly, and conditions can change in seconds.
Holy Week 2026 brings one of the busiest travel periods in Spain, with major congestion expected on roads, full flights between the UK and Spain, and packed trains and ferries. Here’s what you need to know to travel safely and avoid delays.
School buses are trusted with what matters most. Regular checks and inspections exist to protect children, reassure families, and ensure that every journey to and from school is as safe as possible.