Can You See Clearly Now?

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With nearly 80% of Spaniards experiencing some form of vision problem, and drivers relying on their eyes for 80% of driving information, good eyesight is paramount for road safety. Vision often degrades gradually, making regular eye tests crucial. If you wear corrective lenses, always use them while driving and consider progressive lenses for dashboard clarity. Be cautious driving at night or in poor conditions if you experience difficulties, and always reduce speed, as higher speeds limit your field of vision. Remember, certain medications and even dilated pupils can impair your ability to drive safely. Good visual acuity, field, and contrast sensitivity are vital for distinguishing road hazards and can be affected by various conditions like cataracts or diabetes. Always ensure your vision meets legal requirements for driving, and keep a spare pair of glasses handy if you wear them.

Why Safety Distances Matter

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Understanding stopping distances is crucial for road safety. This involves thinking time, reaction time, and braking time. The two-second rule is a simple way to maintain a safe following distance on dry roads, which should be doubled in wet conditions and significantly increased on slippery surfaces. At 120 km/h, a car travels over 33 metres per second, meaning even with an optimal one-second reaction, you’ve covered a significant distance before braking. The article highlights how inadequate following distances at speed, especially on motorways, drastically increase the risk of fatal collisions. Factors like driver alertness, vehicle condition, and road conditions all impact these critical distances. If you find a vehicle too close behind you, it’s safer to gently reduce your speed or change lanes, rather than reacting aggressively.

Motorcyclists Must Be Aware of the Risks

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In 2024, 286 motorcyclists died in 278 fatal accidents on intercity roads, contributing to a total of 2,385 motorcyclist fatalities over the last decade. The DGT highlights that motorcycle accidents are complex due to factors like rider vulnerability, reduced visibility, environmental influences (rain, wind, road surfaces), and other drivers’ errors.

Road Traffic Update for Spain – From Monday 12 May 2025

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Spring is the transitional period of the year, when significant fluctuations in atmospheric precipitation occur. These fluctuations are varied, intense, and sudden. Therefore, its weather can present winter characteristics or, conversely, herald summer.
All these sudden changes in weather conditions negatively impact driving and road trips. Therefore, if you’re taking a road trip, we should always keep in mind the two basic rules of driving: PREVENTION and PRUDENCE. These will allow us to travel at this time of year in the best possible road safety conditions.

The Weekend Driving Weather for Spain – 9 May 2025

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This weekend in Spain will see a transition in driving conditions. Friday offers generally favourable travel with a mix of sun and clouds and pleasant temperatures. Saturday will turn warmer, with mostly dry conditions expected, though increased traffic in tourist areas might be a factor. Sunday, however, brings a higher likelihood of rain across the country, requiring drivers to be prepared for wet roads, reduced visibility, and the need for extra caution and travel time.

Spain Driving Weather Update from 5 May 2025

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Driving in Spain this week (May 5th – 11th, 2025) will see improving conditions mid-week before potential weekend rain. Monday starts unsettled with possible showers and cooler temperatures (highs around 17°C). Tuesday and Wednesday offer better driving with partly sunny to mixed skies and slightly warmer temperatures (highs around 18-20°C). Thursday and Friday maintain favourable conditions with sunshine and clouds (highs around 19°C). The weekend (May 10th-11th) brings warmer temperatures (up to 25°C on Saturday) but also a higher chance of rain, especially on Sunday (up to 9.5mm). Drivers should be prepared for potential wet roads and reduced visibility, particularly towards the end of the week. Stay updated on local weather forecasts for safe travel in Spain.