Braking for Speed Cameras Could Land you with a Bigger Fine
Despite some people objecting to their very existence, speed cameras, or radars, have not…
Despite some people objecting to their very existence, speed cameras, or radars, have not…
In general terms, traffic law still applies in car parks, and other locations such…
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A recent social media rumour claimed that the DGT (Directorate General of Traffic) in Spain was planning to fine drivers who travel alone. This is false. While the DGT is encouraging carpooling to reduce congestion and emissions, inspired by the success of high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes, which have reduced single-occupant cars by up to 47% on Madrid’s A6 motorway, there are no plans to fine drivers for being alone in their vehicles. The confusion arose from the existing fines for misuse of HOV lanes (200 euro) and statements from Director General Pere Navarro emphasising the need to increase vehicle occupancy. The article clarifies that the DGT aims to promote shared travel, not penalise solo drivers.
In 2022, the traffic department launched a new set of road signs to clearly…
Alcohol consumption is one of the main risk factors for road safety, that is…