Sanctions for Personal Mobility Vehicles (VMPs) in Spain
Personal mobility vehicles such as e-scooters are officially recognised as vehicles. This means their users are considered drivers and are subject to the same road traffic laws.
Personal mobility vehicles such as e-scooters are officially recognised as vehicles. This means their users are considered drivers and are subject to the same road traffic laws.
Spanish law is very clear: your vehicle must always be fitted with the correct type and size of tyre for its category and purpose.
Overtaking is one of the most common, yet potentially dangerous, manoeuvres on the road. In Spain, the Directorate-General for Traffic (DGT) places significant emphasis on clear regulations and signage to mitigate risks.
The N332 Collection – 2025 Part 1 is the essential handbook for safe, legal driving in Spain. Covering the first half of 2025, it includes updates to traffic laws, roundabout rules, electric scooter legislation, speed limits, V16 emergency lights, and more—written in clear English by the team behind N332. Perfect for expats, residents and community groups across Spain.
When driving in Spain, another important law is the Reglamento General de Vehículos, which, as you might guess, dictates standards for the vehicle.
As thoughts turn to beach days and holidays, it’s common to see cars packed…