Norway now registers 98.3 percent of new cars as electric, while Spain’s plug-in sales have doubled since July 2024 but remain far behind. Diesel has nearly vanished as Spanish buyers choose hybrids and the transition to fully electric vehicles remains slow.
Nearly half the World Car of the Year 2027 shortlist comes from China. Electric models dominate, but many aren’t even sold in Europe or the US. The competition looks nothing like it did a few years ago.
Not all new cars lose value at the same rate. These six models in Spain retain the highest resale prices after three years, based on demand and reliability, with DGT emissions labels also shaping resale.
Car sales in Spain rose 7.8% in June 2026. Dacia Sandero led the market, while electric and plug-in hybrids claimed a larger share.
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen after seventy years in her Madrid home has sparked a fierce political storm. Esperanza Aguirre says the case is being used to distract from Spain’s migration crisis and the future of Ceuta and Melilla.
Spain's Ministry of Culture has awarded Pilar Albarracín the 2026 National Visual Arts Award. The €30,000 prize recognises a career examining gender and folklore through questions of cultural power.
Alberto Núñez Feijóo rejects the Government's housing decree while criticising activists over Olga's eviction in L'Hospitalet. His argument leaves out the congressional vote that helped remove the protection behind the case.
Extended car warranties in Spain now stretch up to 15 years, but only for drivers who stick to official service networks. As Chinese brands enter the market with long factory guarantees, the battle for customer loyalty is reshaping how drivers protect their investment.
The US government has unveiled a plan to relax future car emission standards, giving automakers more leeway to sell combustion vehicles. The move shifts the regulatory field and could reshape the global race toward electrification.
Spain’s subsidy program for electric cars shuts out most used models, while France and the Netherlands roll out broader support for older vehicles and low-income buyers. Spanish consumers face stricter rules and fewer choices.
At the Premios Vanguardia 2026 in Barcelona, Alberto Núñez Feijóo argued that journalism cannot retain public trust without facts and credibility.
Spain's flu activity is still low, but early changes are appearing among younger people. Álvaro Torres explains how international surveillance helps track variants and plan prevention before the next season takes shape.
The US has scrapped strict fuel economy rules set for 2031, lowering requirements and dropping the planned credit market. The move is expected to save buyers $1,300 per new car, but raises questions for European suppliers and climate policy.
Spain’s tax revenue is rising far faster than real economic growth, driven by inflation and higher VAT and income tax collections. Analyst Marc Vidal cautions that this apparent strength could conceal structural weaknesses with long-term consequences.
Spain’s economy has surged since 2013, but the gains have bypassed much of the population. Despite record employment and rising profits, stagnant wages and persistent poverty reveal a widening gap between headline growth and everyday life.
Spain’s economy continues to outpace much of Europe, but economist Marc Vidal points to warning signs beneath the headline numbers. Rising tax revenue and persistent inflation are reshaping the real story of Spanish growth, as a population boom adds pressure.
The Tesla Model 3 jumped to the front of Spain’s September car sales, beating rivals with deep discounts and ample stock. The Plan Auto+ incentive is pushing electric and hybrid registrations higher than ever.
Donald Trump's crypto ventures added billions to his family's wealth while retail investors took heavy losses. The collapse of $TRUMP exposed the conflict between political promotion and private profit.
Flu activity remains low in Spain, with a small rise among younger people. Data from the southern hemisphere can show which variants are circulating, but it cannot predict Spain's season with certainty.
Economist Santiago Niño Becerra says Spain’s housing crisis won’t end until more homes reach the market. He blames millions of empty properties and the unchecked rise of tourist rentals, tracing the roots of the crisis to the 1950s.
A new interactive map shows that not all bike lanes are created equal. VeloPlanner’s data-driven view of Europe’s cycling networks highlights why Spanish cities still struggle to offer safe, connected routes for daily riders.
Juan Francisco Pérez Llorca will enter the regional policy debate without confirmation as the PP candidate. Complaints about people around him have delayed the decision and prolonged the Valencian party's organisational crisis.
Toyota Sequoia leads a new ranking with a 42.3 percent chance of surpassing 400,000 kilometers. Japanese manufacturers now hold nearly every top spot for long-lasting vehicles, reshaping expectations for durability.
Artists have pushed Palestine back into public view. Macklemore and Susan Sarandon are among the figures facing consequences. Festivals and theatres now carry the dispute.
Spain’s used car market is booming, with nearly two million vehicles expected to change hands this year. Digital platforms are reshaping how Spaniards buy and sell, bringing new challenges and opportunities for buyers and sellers across the wider mobility sector.
Telefónica Germany is rebuilding after losing 1&1. AI should cut costs as the operator expands fixed-line services and pursues business customers, while keeping network deals on the table.
Garcigrande closed Sevilla's Feria de San Miguel without strength or fight. Morante de la Puebla and his fellow matadors were left above their bulls, while Luis Blázquez provided the afternoon's emotional moment.
Telefónica is rebuilding its German O2 business around artificial intelligence. The plan includes 150 AI applications. It also calls for staff cuts and 60 store closures as the company seeks new growth.
The White House has launched Trump TV on YouTube as access restrictions hit CNN, MS NOW and Politico. A federal judge has temporarily ordered the administration to restore the outlets' press credentials.
Hyundai is preparing to launch the China-focused IONIQ V electric sedan in September 2026. The model leads a five-year plan to introduce 20 new vehicles in China and marks a sharp turn in the brand’s global strategy.
Fernando Alonso retired on lap 21 of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after reporting a sharp loss of straight-line speed. Honda says its data showed no engine fault and that it will review the car, power output and energy management.
Spain’s national team answered doubts about its post-World Cup hunger by beating England at Wembley. A dramatic turnaround and bold substitutions showed the team still has an ambition to win more trophies.
Donald Trump has scrapped Biden-era electric vehicle mandates and approved looser CAFE standards, promising $100 billion for US carmakers. The move could reshape global production plans and delay the electric transition for years.
The MINI and Fiat 500 changed how Britain and Italy moved. Both became icons, but their original stories took very different turns. Which one really set the standard for small cars?
Carlos Sainz fought back from a five-place grid penalty to score a point in Azerbaijan. Williams’ new upgrades gave him a chance to capitalize on a chaotic race and keep his 2026 tally alive.
