The Lepas L8 arrives in Spain with 279 horsepower and 90 km of electric range. Its starting price is under 34,000 euros. Chery Auto is betting on sharp design and technology to stand out in a market already full of Chinese brands.
Denmark and Greenland will sign a security agreement with the United States on Tuesday. The pact remains secret, but Copenhagen says it will not change sovereignty over the island.
The Volkswagen Polo and Kia Niro now compete on more than size. The Polo brings a new electric option and tight handling, while the Niro offers hybrid power and a bigger boot. Each makes a different case for city life.
Researchers in San Sebastián are testing whether damaged myelin helps lead Alzheimer's disease. The work could improve early detection and guide treatments that protect the brain's neural insulation.
Spanish drivers could soon see diesel reach 2.40 euros per litre. With government aid ending and refineries closing, fuel costs may rise within weeks.
A Spanish research centre is testing a different explanation for Alzheimer's. The project asks whether damaged myelin disrupts brain circuits before symptoms become clear.
Florentino Pérez reportedly threatened to leave the Metropolitano during the Madrid derby after learning that Enrique Riquelme had been invited to the presidential box. The Real Madrid president was angered by the presence of his former electoral rival but stayed after those around him calmed him down.
Kike Ferrer, a top low-cost mechanic, says Asian cars now beat European brands for reliability and running costs. He warns that electric cars will not take off unless charging is as quick and easy as filling up with fuel.
Toyota’s latest C-HR is on sale in Spain with sharp styling and a lineup focused on hybrid technology. The compact SUV puts design and electrification ahead of old-school practicality.
Nio has put its European plans on hold, suspending new models and battery swap stations until at least 2027. CEO William Li is heading to Amsterdam to meet frustrated owners and address the fallout.
The US House has passed a bill that would require AM radios in every new car. Lawmakers say it’s about public safety, even as carmakers and much of the world move on from analog radio.
More than 90 literary festivals now operate across Spain. A sponsorship dispute in Madrid tested the model, but the programme went ahead with leading international and Spanish authors.
BMW’s 540d xDrive and Audi’s A6 TDI quattro face off in a real-world test of performance and fuel use. Both impress, but the BMW takes the crown for drivers who want it all.
A major study finds that cars over 15 years old now cause 43 percent of Spain’s vehicle emissions. Slow fleet renewal and low scrappage rates are worsening the problem for both the environment and the economy.
Spanish dealerships are losing their basic source of workshop profit as electric cars require far less maintenance. Independent garages are stepping up, forcing the industry to rethink a business model that has lasted for decades.
Electric car sales in Spain rose 73 percent in September. Tesla leads the charge as Chinese brands gain ground and entry prices fall below basic levels.
Spain has rushed dozens of Guardia Civil officers to Melilla after intelligence flagged a spike in online calls for a mass border crossing. Officials warn the current force may not be enough if thousands try to storm the fence.
MG’s HS PHEV is prompting Spanish buyers to rethink their usual hybrid pick. With a battery that covers more than 100 km on electricity and an upgraded, roomy cabin, this SUV is putting pressure on Toyota’s lead.
Spain’s right-wing parties are tangled in infighting while the country faces deepening economic and social problems. With no coordination, basic reforms stall and voters are left waiting for answers.
China’s rise as an economic giant has forced Europe to rethink its approach. Salvador Beltrán explains how China’s system shapes population control and education, shifting the balance and affecting European industries.
Blood tests can now detect signs of Alzheimer's earlier, while new drugs can slow decline in selected patients. Spain has yet to approve public funding for either treatment.
Jeep’s Compass 2026 Full-Electric First Edition delivers 213 hp, a certified range of 477 km and a striking new design. It targets families seeking room and comfort, with a premium feel in a compact SUV.
A Coruña turns into Spain’s electric car laboratory as the 10th Repsol EcoRallye brings 57 teams and 52 new charging points to the city. The event highlights rapid gains and persistent obstacles to EV adoption.
Pharmacies in Galicia are seeing more consultations for respiratory symptoms and stronger demand for cold medicines. The increase is regional and does not yet show that Spain is facing a new nationwide Covid wave.
Raphinha's remark about Atlético de Madrid concerned the club's handling of Julián Álvarez's future, not an incident between Barcelona and Atlético. In an interview with RAC1, the Barcelona player questioned the decision to keep a footballer who had reportedly made clear that he wanted to leave.
BYD’s Denza Z9S has drawn attention with its claimed 1100-kilometer range, although figures for Europe are expected to be lower. Its launch marks a turning point in the global electric vehicle race.
Cineteca Madrid brought two sharply different visions of human isolation to Sala Azcona. Digital fragments and cosmic images made solitude the evening's central subject.
A detailed comparison shows that Spaniards today need fewer days at minimum wage to afford a basic new car than they did in 1975. Yet rising living costs and delayed entry into the workforce complicate the picture.
San Sebastián has opened its 74th edition with Fatih Akin’s Geister. Werner Herzog received the festival’s Donostia Award as an international line-up prepared to walk the red carpet.
Christine Lagarde has again refused to rule out leaving the ECB before her mandate ends. Spain is positioning itself for the succession contest, with Pablo Hernández de Cos among the leading names.
Volvo is preparing a major lineup overhaul: by 2030, the company plans to introduce 13 new electrified cars, aiming to double its share of the European market and strengthen its position as competition from Chinese premium brands grows. Six models will be available exclusively in China, each with technology and design tailored to that market.
The average car in Spain is now nearly fifteen years old, a sign of the country’s mounting economic challenges. As new cars slip out of reach for most, Spanish roads fill with aging models and low-cost imports, exposing the gap between image and reality.
Hyundai CEO José Muñoz openly acknowledges the strength of Chinese automotive technology and the scale of the challenge facing European and US carmakers as Chinese brands gain ground in basic markets.
Javier Milei has ordered military personnel to take over management of the Olivos presidential residence following the release of troubling economic data and a public attack on the press. The move has fueled concerns about his leadership and Argentina's political climate.
Basic oil routes in the Middle East have been blocked or attacked. Saudi Arabia has shut down its East-West pipeline, while attacks near the Bab el Mandeb strait are driving up global fuel costs. Supply routes remain under threat, adding new risks to the world economy.
