N332 Driving in Spain

In this April update, Mark Nolan from N332 looks ahead to a busy period on Spain’s roads, following increased Easter traffic and the approach of the summer season. This episode covers key topics featured throughout the month, including spring driving hazards such as wildlife, changing road conditions, reduced visibility, and the impact of pollen and medication. A major focus is the Europe-wide spe...

Every December brings celebration, but it also brings preventable tragedy. The December edition of N332 Signpost highlights drink driving from three perspectives: the driver, the police officers who attend the scene, and the families left behind. Drivers often underestimate the effect of alcohol . It dulls judgement long before they realise it, leading to decisions that cannot be reversed. Police...

In this short update, Mark introduces the new N332 information hub dedicated to V-16 emergency lights — the connected beacons that will replace warning triangles across Spain from January 2026. The page brings together official DGT resources, clear explanations, and answers to the most common questions drivers are asking. This episode also marks the launch of N332 Signpost , a monthly pocket-style...

Do you know which documents you must have with you when driving in Spain? In this short N332 podcast, we go through the official list of mandatory items every driver needs — from your licence to your ITV card and insurance papers. Whether you live in Spain or are just visiting, this quick guide helps you stay legal and avoid unnecessary fines. More at n332.es

This week on the N332 Driving in Spain podcast , we dive into major developments impacting drivers across Spain and the UK. Mark Nolan covers the DGT's significant revamp of the Spanish driving theory test, which now incorporates new road signs and plans for video-based questions to better test real-world judgement. We also look at the UK Government’s introduction of a new mandatory digital re...

This week, the N332 Driving in Spain Podcast delivers essential updates affecting drivers across Europe. We begin in Spain, where the DGT has formally revamped the driving theory test, introducing new questions based on updated road signage and confirming plans to integrate video-based risk assessment in 2026—a model inspired by the UK and Australia. If you are learning to drive or renewing your k...

The DGT and Guardia Civil have launched a high-intensity surveillance campaign this week focusing squarely on driver distraction, a core cause of road fatalities in Spain. This episode of the N332 Driving in Spain Podcast explores the critical need for constant attention, looking beyond mobile phones to include dangers like smoking, talking to passengers, and even adjusting the radio, using a shoc...

This week on the N332 Driving in Spain Podcast , Mark Nolan delivers urgent safety information and traffic alerts as Spain heads into autumn. We dissect the DGT’s latest, worrying statistics showing that vulnerable road users now account for half of all road fatalities, underscoring the vital need to eliminate distraction, alcohol, and speed. A critical warning is issued regarding the EU’s new Ent...

This week we bring you urgent lessons from tragedies and policy changes across Europe, combined with fresh initiatives here in Spain. Our September focus continues: school run safety, cycling protection, and safer mobility for all. Our main articles on N332.es this week focus on essential topics for autumn: a detailed guide to road safety near schools, a stark reminder that the only safe limit for...

In this week's episode of the N332 Driving in Spain Podcast, we put the spotlight on the school run, delving into the rules and responsibilities for all road users. We cover essential safety tips for parents and children who walk or cycle to school, including the legal requirements for helmets and lights, and the importance of visibility. We also provide clear guidance for drivers on how to in...

This week on the N332 Driving in Spain podcast, we dive into a host of important topics to help you stay safe on the road. We'll be discussing the latest DGT report on Spain's summer road safety, and taking a closer look at new research on the high number of false alarms from the eCall in-vehicle emergency system. We also explore a potential new law in the UK that could affect older driver...

As we shift into September, N332 places special attention on the school run —whether by bus, car, bike, or scooter. This month, all content carries a reminder to stay extra alert in school zones, observe reduced speeds, and respect children's routes and crossings. We start this week rounding off August, with a look at Guardia Civil flags, before we move into our Back to School campaign, with a...

This week on the N332 Driving in Spain Podcast , Mark Nolan looks at three essential topics from Spain: how to keep your car in top shape during the summer heat, why relying on coffee to fight fatigue can be dangerous, and what to do if you are caught driving near a wildfire. Plus, we explore Europe’s latest road safety headlines, including sweeping new driving laws in the UK, a major airbag recal...

In this week's N332 Driving in Spain Podcast episode, we look at what's coming up this week on the N332 website, including more on the pivotal shift in Spanish traffic law, with new mandatory insurance regulations for electric scooters . We also break down what it really means for a car to be roadworthy under Spanish law and offer some crucial advice for tackling the summer heat. Plus, a l...

From summer fatality figures to the role of speed and impaired driving, this latest N332 Driving in Spain podcast brings you the latest road safety news direct from the DGT. We examine why urban fatalities are falling, how speed still drives one in four fatal crashes, and the alarming prevalence of drug and alcohol use behind the wheel. Packed with context, analysis, and safety tips, this episode...

In this first episode of our new podcast series, we're bringing you the latest from the world of motoring and road safety, with a special focus on recent developments in Spain and the UK. We delve into a DGT article that highlights the challenges faced by drivers in rural Spain and explore new initiatives aiming to improve mobility in these areas. We then cross over to the UK to look at a new...