Vulnerable Road Users: Space and Speed Save Lives
Cyclists and pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users. On conventional roads, where speeds are higher, giving space and reducing speed are critical to preventing serious injury.
Cyclists and pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users. On conventional roads, where speeds are higher, giving space and reducing speed are critical to preventing serious injury.
New DGT regulations for 2026 introduce supervised driving for 17-year-olds and more frequent licence renewals for motorists over 65.
Spring brings a noticeable increase in new and unfamiliar drivers on Spanish roads. Tourists, occasional drivers, and those returning to the road after quieter months all contribute to changing traffic behaviour.
Speed is not just about how fast a vehicle travels. It directly affects how much time a driver has to react, decide, and stop. Even small increases in speed reduce that time significantly.
In any vehicle fire, get everyone out and move well away, immediately.
Fire develops quickly, and conditions can change in seconds.
Many drivers focus on speed limits but overlook the physics behind them. Even small increases in speed dramatically reduce reaction time and increase stopping distance.