Driving Safely During Wildfire Season
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.
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.
Before setting off on a summer road trip in Spain, carry out a few simple vehicle checks. From tyres and coolant to batteries and air conditioning, preparation can help keep your journey safe and stress-free.
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 2026 road safety figures reveal an unprecedented 22% drop in first-quarter fatalities, though recent holiday spikes on secondary roads highlight the ongoing fragility of traffic safety.
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.
Navigation systems are useful tools, but interacting with them while driving creates distraction. Setting routes before moving and stopping safely to make changes are essential habits.