Warmer Roads: How Heat Affects Tyres and Tarmac
As temperatures rise in March, road surfaces and tyres begin to behave differently. Heat affects grip, pressure, and surface stability in ways that many drivers overlook.
As temperatures rise in March, road surfaces and tyres begin to behave differently. Heat affects grip, pressure, and surface stability in ways that many drivers overlook.
Trucks and buses behave very differently from cars. Their size creates significant blind spots and much longer stopping distances, making understanding their limitations essential for all road users.
Every vehicle has blind spots, yet most drivers underestimate where they are and how dangerous they can be. Understanding blind spots is a simple but powerful way to reduce collisions and protect vulnerable road users.
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.
The New Year often brings new bikes and electric scooters onto Spain’s roads. For riders and other road users alike, January is a critical time to reset expectations, practise safely, and remain especially vigilant.
Spain’s roads are shared by a wide mix of users, from cyclists and scooter riders to pedestrians. For visiting drivers, knowing how to anticipate and respect them is key to safe motoring.