Every vehicle has blind spots, yet most drivers underestimate where they are and how dangerous they can be. Understanding blind spots is a simple but powerful way to reduce collisions and protect vulnerable road users.
Solid white lines on Spanish roads carry strict legal meaning. Crossing them is prohibited in most circumstances, yet many drivers do so without realising the risk — or the consequences.
Cyclists are vulnerable road users, but when riding on the road they are still classed as vehicle drivers. This means traffic laws apply in full — a fact that is often misunderstood.
January often brings new mobile phones into daily use. While upgrading technology is exciting, using an unfamiliar device behind the wheel creates a serious and often underestimated driving risk.
The New Year often brings new bikes and electric scooters onto Spain’s roads. For riders and other road users alike, January is a critical time to reset expectations, practise safely, and remain especially vigilant.
Spain’s roads are shared by a wide mix of users, from cyclists and scooter riders to pedestrians. For visiting drivers, knowing how to anticipate and respect them is key to safe motoring.