Why a “Private Road” Does Not Mean You Can Make Up Your Own Traffic Rules
Private ownership does not grant legal immunity: Spanish traffic law still governs private roads and land used by an indeterminate community of users.
Private ownership does not grant legal immunity: Spanish traffic law still governs private roads and land used by an indeterminate community of users.
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.
British tourists do not require an International Driving Permit to drive in Spain, despite lingering post-Brexit internet myths suggesting otherwise.
Driving schools have asked the DGT to introduce mandatory training for electric scooter users and road awareness modules for new drivers.
Between 16 and 22 September, traffic enforcement authorities across Europe will take part in the annual ROADPOL Safety Days.
As the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) urges member states to intensify enforcement of lower urban and rural speed limits, Spain’s traffic authorities are deploying more radars and section controls.