Why No Road Markings Does Not Mean You Can Park: The Spanish Rules on Visibility
The absence of painted lines does not make parking legal: Spanish traffic regulations prohibit leaving a vehicle anywhere visibility is compromised.
The absence of painted lines does not make parking legal: Spanish traffic regulations prohibit leaving a vehicle anywhere visibility is compromised.
Size really does not matter when it comes to traffic safety: miniature STOP signs on Spanish cycle lanes carry the exact same legal weight and vital life-saving requirements as standard road signs.
Electric scooters have become a familiar part of Spanish mobility. From 1 October 2026, national rules introduce a minimum age of 15 and mandatory helmets for VMP users, adding to existing insurance and registration requirements.
When school starts, drivers encounter more children, school buses and unpredictable movement around roads. The safest approach is to slow down, anticipate what might happen and remember that the driver controls the vehicle capable of causing the greatest harm.
Wildfires can affect roads in Spain with little warning. Learn how to stay safe, deal with smoke, respond to road closures and help reduce the risk during the summer months.
Holiday fatigue can affect your driving before you even notice it. Learn the warning signs, why coffee isn’t the answer and how regular breaks can make your summer journey safer.