We attended a Volkswagen R School driving course as part of its Volkswagen Driving Experience program. Held at the Monteblanco Circuit, we learn and put into practice vital techniques and knowledge for day to day.
In Spain there are many types of driving licences, although not all of them require passing a theoretical and a practical exam. Here we detail what you can drive with each license, the characteristics of the vehicles and how old you have to be to get each driving license.
The "Ford, Drive your Life" courses arrive in Santiago de Compostela with 750 places to improve safety at the wheel of young drivers.
We explain how to register in the Clave system, also called the Cl@ve system, to be able to carry out procedures through the Internet in institutions such as the General Directorate of Traffic.
All the steps you have to take to find out how many points you have on your driving license with the Electronic Identification Code system.
If you want to be a professional transporter, you will need the CAP, a mandatory certificate along with the driver's license that will allow you to work driving trucks or buses.
If the driver's license is suspended, there are a series of issues that you should know, such as: when the fee must be paid again, how many times it can be done each time it is paid, how long you have to wait to take the test again, what is to present or if the psychophysical aptitude report has to be made again.
The use of the new driver L signal may seem simple, but if you want to do it well you have to know a couple of things besides how long you have to wear it.
Everything you need to know about how to drive around a roundabout: preferences, turn signals, lanes, exits and entrances, and general regulations in this regard. Do you want to know if you do the roundabouts well? Come in and find out!
In the United States, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has made a call for review so that several units of the Pagani Huayra Coupé and Roadster are reviewed by the brand to correct a safety flaw.
If you want to exchange your Colombian driving license in Spain, there are a series of procedures and documents that you have to complete. Here you have them all in a simple way.
Everything you need to know about helicopters with the Pegasus system: where they operate, what they can fine, how fast they work, how far and much more
Ford presents Co-Pilot360, a comprehensive driver assistance assistant that has such important elements as the autonomous emergency braking system
Ford has announced that it will carry out a massive recall because 1,4 million Fusion and Lincoln MKZ units may lose the steering wheel
BMW has announced that it will call 12 units of the 5 Series and 7 Series for review due to a problem that they have detected in the engine software
Snowfalls continue to appear in much of the Iberian Peninsula, so it is worth reviewing some basic concepts and tips for driving in adverse situations.
It seems that the problems with the airbags is an endemic evil among the brands since Mercedes-Benz has had to call the current Class A, Class B and Class CLA for review, although for now, it is not for Europe
A few days ago, Toyota called the Prius and the Lexus NX and RX for review due to problems with the airbags, but this recall has been extended to the new Hilux for the same reason.
We check the differences in behavior and safety of winter tires compared to summer tires on snow and slippery surfaces.
The Autobahn is the most famous motorway network in the world on which many automotive legends revolve and on which sad historical events weigh. Can you drive without a speed limit? What is your story? We tell you here.
The Alpine A110 is back and the guys from Top Gear have wanted to record some sequences at its controls, however and without knowing why the unit that the firm had given them has burned down
Toyota, originally only for the United States, is conducting a massive recall to fix an issue with the airbags in its Prius and Lexus RX.
Aston Martin has been forced to carry out a recall for the DB11 model due to problems detected in the steering column, which would cause the involuntary deployment of the airbag
The seat belt is the best invention related to the passive safety of our cars and its history is full of anecdotes and curiosities. Do you know them?
Hyundai is developing a new airbag system to protect its occupants from a possible break in the panoramic roof due to a rollover.
The roads of the United Kingdom will be able to control the drowsiness of the drivers thanks to a system of cameras that will recognize the eyes of the users.
Euro NCAP has taken stock of its crash tests in 2017 and informs us of which have been the safest in each segment.
The "Copilot Samsung" application, developed for smartwatches, contributes to the reduction of road accidents due to drowsiness.
Thousands of vehicles were trapped last Sunday on some roads by snow. Drivers and authorities have been blamed, but whose fault was it?
According to the European Union, for all new vehicles, as of April 1 of this year, the emergency call will be mandatory in all new cars that are marketed
The DGT announces its measures to reduce road accidents in 2018. Among other things, they will have drones to control and monitor traffic.
Surely in your social networks and on technology websites, nothing else is talked about in these…
1.200 deaths on our interurban roads in 2017, to which must be added 4.837 hospitalized injured. What is being done wrong?
Aston Martin has made a massive recall that affects several of its models in the United States due to a couple of mechanical problems
The FIA has decided to impose the halo in F1 2018 to protect the driver's head, the most…
Discover the reasons why you can go to prison for a crime against Road Safety and serious cases that carry prison sentences.
EuroNCAP once again carries out a new round of impact tests on multiple vehicles and especially highlights the Kia Stinger with 5 stars
The DGT carries out a special alcohol and drug control campaign on December 11 and 17, with more than 20.000 daily tests.
EuroNCAP returns to the fray with more tests and stars for models from BMW, Citroën, DS, Honda, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Subaru
The PSA Group has made a recall for the Peugeot 4008 and Citroën C4 AirCross due to problems in the tailgate dampers and the wiper
Toyota's Toyota Safety Sense system receives an update in 2018 that will be arriving little by little. Its effectiveness and safety will be greater.
More than 30.000 BMW i3 called to workshop for a safety defect in the event of a collision. Although the conditions for failure are very, very specific.
Uber has patented a system to prevent motion sickness in the car using lights, air conditioning and even a system that moves the seats.
Many may think that millions of euros are wasted on the development of F1 single-seaters every year, and…
The first 50 DGT cameras that detect if a driver is not wearing a seat belt are already issuing sanctions. Soon there will be 227.
EuroNCAP has tested the safety of the latest SUVs that have reached the market and all have received the highest rating, 5 stars.
This autonomous prototype is a Renault Zoe, nicknamed "Callie", capable of making sudden, abrupt and interesting maneuvers to avoid an imminent crash.
The Citroën C4 and Grand C4 Picasso have been recalled to review the positioning of the starter motor wiring
They are evolving by leaps and bounds and engulfing the dashboards of our cars, but multimedia systems are more dangerous than we think
As has happened in Nissan, the head of Subaru has recognized that inspections have also been carried out with unqualified personnel
The Brazilian Ford Ka is the same model that is marketed in Europe (here it is known by the nickname +) however its safety is not the same
We have tested first-hand the set of Intelligent Drive aids and security of the Mercedes E-Class. We will tell you about it in detail and point by point.
Safety in cars with sunroofs is compromised by the possible ejection of occupants, but Hyundai has created a new airbag
The points-based driver's license loses its effectiveness in terms of reducing accidents and injuries. Let's look at the data from the last few years.
Kobe Steel, one of the largest in Japan, has admitted counterfeiting materials supplied to car manufacturers.
Alfa Romeo has achieved that its Giulia obtains the maximum score, TSP+, in the crash tests that the IIHS organizes for the United States and Latin America
Flashing lights, flashers or turn signals. What are they, what are they used for, when should they be used and fines for not using the blinker.
More than 2.200 people have been reported in a week for not using seat belts or child restraint systems in just seven days.
Autonomous driving is moving towards its implementation and in anticipation of this Ford has patented a table with airbags to hold meetings in the car
Autonomous driving in Europe can make a significant qualitative leap thanks to the European research project L3Pilot.
This is the new automatic emergency braking from the German Bosch. It will activate in just 190 milliseconds and will prevent 43% of crashes.
Pantomime Full and Peugeot show us, in a humorous way, the great advantages of the brand's new safety and driving assistance systems.
Audi will accept legal responsibility if there is any collision when its AI Traffic Jam Pilot autonomous driving system is in command.
EuroNCAP does not give rest to the brands and has just published the new tests with very positive results although incomprehensibly dual
Do you know the types of brakes that your car includes? Discover these 3 ways to stop a vehicle in case a system fails.
The next Volvo XC40 will be the showcase chosen by the Swedish firm to reveal its progress in autonomous driving to the world
Waymo is made with a patent previously belonging to Google, which allows them to exploit a system that softens the car in the event of an impact with a pedestrian.
Safety in cars is the task of manufacturers and users, but Mercedes-Benz goes one step further by patenting a new airbag for the A-pillar
Takata has already officially declared bankruptcy but new calls for review continue to emerge due to its defective airbags
Within the framework for the safety of its customers, FCA has recalled its Dodge Journey and Jeep Patriot to go through a workshop
The new results of the Euro NCAP tests leave the new SEAT Ibiza in a good place, while the Ford Mustang keeps trying. Do you want to know them?
The PSA Group (Peugeot, Citroën and DS) has launched a recall for the previous C3 and the current 208 for certain countries due to a problem with the windshield
A new drug and alcohol campaign carried out by the DGT leaves us frozen again. 33,5% of drug tests came back positive...
The problems of her airbags have been with her. Takata has had to request the necessary legal protection in the US to declare bankruptcy
The safety of cars is essential and so that the victims suffer the minimum damage, ZF has patented an airbag for the seats
Dedicating yourself to the motor and not having accidents is very rare, but ask Richard Hammond of The Grand Tour and the Rimac Concept One he drove
LatinNCAP has once again carried out a new round of crash tests and this time, Renault with the Captur has not come out so disadvantaged, as it has achieved 4 stars
Today we are talking about helmets. Do you know that you need a motorcycle helmet to be safe? What do we have to assess when buying a helmet?
Something is happening on our roads when there are so many cyclist-involved accidents, but no one wants to be at fault.
We compare the behavior of cheap tires against mid-range tires in different conditions. The difference is abysmal.
In this video we see a crash test with two models of the same brand separated by 17 years. The result is clear: the evolution is very remarkable.
It is not the first time that this has happened to Renault, but the latest tests carried out on the Dacia Duster by GlobalNCAP leave the model in a very bad situation.
The "Ford, Drive Your Life" courses return to the fray. This weekend they will take place in Granada. Available to drivers ages 18-24.
The Volkswagen Arteon has a system called Emergency Assist that, in the event that the driver faints, takes control of the vehicle and stops it
Billy Monger, after the impressive accident in British F4 that left him without his legs, has been able to get out of…
The SsangYong Safety System SASS brings together six important aids for active safety. Standard on Tivoli and XLV in Limited trim.
Tragic week where they exist, since a young karting driver has died at only 10 years old. It is about…
Vehicles are usually tested with all kinds of tests and the elk test is one. The Toyota Hilux was not able to pass it but after receiving changes now it is
We have seen crowdfunding campaigns to finance a multitude of projects, especially at a technological level, but this way of donating…
While old cars are increasingly limited when it comes to driving, two-thirds of our car park is over 10 years old.
The windshield wiper and its blades do not receive as much attention as they should. Here are some tips to improve its performance and durability.
The advancement of technology will allow Cortana to show us the state of the road, adapt to our tastes or even park the car on its own
15 million trips are expected for this Easter. The DGT is preparing a special campaign and measures to reduce traffic delays.
For 7 days the DGT has carried out a campaign on the use of seat belts and child restraint systems. The results are sad.
We explain what Euro NCAP consists of, the independent body for evaluating the safety of vehicles marketed in Europe.
GlobalNCAP has subjected the Chevrolet Enjoy to its crash test and as expected it has achieved a score that would recommend us not to get into that car
The organization that watches over the safety of cars in Latin America, LatinNCAP, has carried out its tests on the Golf and Ateca, awarding both 5 stars
The driver of a Honda CR-V ended up with his vehicle on the roof of a house. This accident happened in China and with this video we can know what happened.
The guys from the publication Teknikens Värld have subjected the latest generation of the Toyota Hilux to the controversial moose test and it has choked
EuroNCAP has just carried out another round of tests and crash tests on the models that will have the most sales in Europe and among those analyzed there are surprises