Shared Roads in a Changing Spain
What was once a relatively predictable road environment has become far more varied and dynamic.
What was once a relatively predictable road environment has become far more varied and dynamic.
Spain has approved major changes to its General Traffic Regulations aimed at improving protection for vulnerable road users. The reforms affect pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and electric scooter users, with new requirements covering helmets, overtaking distances, visibility and road positioning.
Risk does not disappear simply because previous journeys ended safely.
Cycle lanes are designed to improve safety and encourage sustainable transport, but traffic law still applies.
Speed affects every road user, but for motorcyclists and scooter riders the consequences can become serious far more quickly than many people realise.
While helmets remain one of the most important pieces of motorcycle safety equipment ever developed, they only protect one part of the body.