Solid White Lines in Spain: Why They Must Not Be Crossed
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.
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.
Car parks in Spain often feel informal, but when they are open to the public, the same traffic laws apply as on the road. Ignoring signs or markings can result in fines — and collisions.
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.
Major changes are coming to driver licensing in both Spain and the UK. This week, we break down the DGT’s move to modernise the Spanish driving theory test with new signs and video scenarios, and we explain the UK’s new mandatory digital licence renewal process for over-70s
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 (VMPs), such as electric scooters, are now a common sight on Spanish roads.