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AVATR pushes into Spain with high-powered electric cars
AVATR plans to land in Spain and Norway in 2027, rolling out two electric models with up to 955 horsepower. The Chinese brand is betting on advanced tech and bold design to unsettle Europe’s luxury car market.
Volkswagen pushes For Europe plan to shield jobs and speed EV rollout
Volkswagen is pressing European leaders and industry to close ranks against global rivals. The For Europe plan aims to protect 476,400 jobs and ramp up electric car output, with Spain set as the launchpad for new urban EVs.
Rufián clinches ERC nomination after fraught party standoff
Gabriel Rufián stays atop Esquerra Republicana’s ticket for 29-N after days of internal wrangling. The party’s executive locked in his candidacy, granting him leeway to campaign outside Catalonia under fresh conditions.
Five cars that rewrote Spain’s road story
Spain’s leap from carts to car keys started with five breakthrough models. These vehicles put millions behind the wheel and reshaped the country’s daily rhythm and economy.
China outpaces Spain as electric cars reshape global auto output
China’s surge in electric and hybrid vehicle production has pushed Spain’s auto industry to the sidelines. Spanish plants now face hard choices as Chinese brands tighten their grip on global and European markets.
Tesla Model 3 in Spain lands sharper screen and longer range
Tesla has shaken up its Model 3 lineup in Spain with a bigger display, fresh wheel choices, and a clear range boost for the Performance model. The update also swaps out the name of its autonomous driving tech.
Ford BlueCruise brings hands-free driving to Spanish highways
Ford’s BlueCruise now lets drivers take their hands off the wheel on Spain’s highways. The system covers most major routes, but drivers must stay alert and ready to take control at any moment.
Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric lands in Spain with top range
Renault’s Scenic E-Tech Electric hits Spanish roads, promising up to 642 kilometers of WLTP range. The new look and dual battery options target families who want more than just practicality.
Madrid PP Reports Bergerot to National Police
Alfonso Serrano has taken Manuela Bergerot’s Assembly remarks to the National Police. The PP wants investigators to assess the words amid protests and threatening imagery at Puerta del Sol.
Rafel Niubò Receives Barcelona’s Top Sports Honor
Barcelona’s mayor has presented Rafel Niubò Baqué with the Medalla d’Or al Mèrit Esportiu, citing his decades of work advancing inclusion and social cohesion in sport. The ceremony spotlighted his lasting imprint on the city’s athletic life.
Geely Monjaro EM-i SUV lands in Spain with electric punch
Geely’s Monjaro EM-i plug-in hybrid SUV is heading for Spain, touting 4x4 drive and up to 130 km electric range. The brand aims to undercut rivals on price and specs as it enters a crowded European field.
Thousands of Spanish EV chargers sit unused as rollout falters
Spain’s electric vehicle charging network looks impressive on paper, but nearly 18,000 public chargers are still offline due to technical issues or missing grid connections. This gap between installed and working stations is slowing the country’s shift to electric cars.
Andalusia ramps up car trade-in scheme with €4000 grants for families
Andalusia is offering €4000 grants to families and businesses that swap old cars for safer, cleaner models. The expanded scheme opens the door to thousands more drivers and marks a shift in Spain’s approach to mobility.
Genesis takes aim at Spain with electric SUV debut
Genesis is entering Spain with a lineup of electric vehicles, starting with the GV60 Magma. The brand is looking to shake up the luxury market by offering speed, comfort, and fast charging across several segments.
Renault celebrates 75 years in Spain with five hybrid SUVs on show
Renault brought all five of its Spanish-built hybrid SUVs to Zaragoza, putting the spotlight on local manufacturing and the brand’s push into electrification. The event marked a milestone for Renault’s presence in Spain and gathered its key hybrid models in one place.
Half of Spanish students hit by cyberattacks during online learning
Nearly one in two students in Spain experienced a cyber incident while studying online or in hybrid formats. Malware, hacked accounts, and fraudulent educational offers are now routine threats for the country’s digital learners.
BYD Great Tang SUV smashes sales records with 40,222 units in three months
BYD’s Great Tang SUV has shaken up the market, racking up over 150,000 pre-orders and delivering 40,222 units in just three months. The 5.2-meter flagship, starting at €31,920, is set to hit Europe by 2026, taking aim at established brands with its size and tech.
Pension hikes in limbo as Spain’s November election stalls budget process
Spain’s snap election on November 29 has thrown pension increases for 2027 into doubt. With no new budget and a caretaker government likely, retirees face a legal maze and political delays over how their payments will be updated.
Grupo Sanitario Ribera ramps up expansion drive across Spain and Portugal
Grupo Sanitario Ribera is moving fast to double its presence, snapping up hospitals and clinics across Spain and Portugal. The company’s leaders see consolidation as the only way forward for private healthcare.
Maricarmen Abascal dies after eviction fight in Madrid
Maricarmen Abascal, forced out of her Madrid home after seventy years, has died at 87. Her battle against eviction sparked protests and changed Spain's housing debate.
Electric cars grab a third of Europe's car sales as Spain picks up speed
Electric cars now make up a third of new car sales across Europe. With fuel prices climbing and more affordable models on offer, Spain is finally starting to close the gap after years of slow progress.
Spanish doctors triple survival for multiple myeloma patients
Spanish patients with multiple myeloma now live three times longer than before, thanks to a wave of medical innovation and close cooperation between researchers and the pharmaceutical industry. Some even achieve functional remission.
Guardia Civil cracks down on distracted drivers in Cantabria
Guardia Civil and local police are stepping up roadside checks across Cantabria this week, zeroing in on drivers distracted by mobile phones. With phone use linked to a large share of deadly crashes, officers and surveillance cameras are out in force.
Philips brings AI diagnostics to Spanish hospitals
Philips is rolling out AI-powered diagnostic tools across Spain, pushing hospitals to rethink how they deliver care. Miguel de Foronda says only real, scalable innovation can keep up with growing patient needs.
AbbVie: Spain risks falling behind in global pharma innovation
AbbVie's top executive in Spain warns that the country could lose its place in global medical innovation unless it ramps up investment and reforms. He calls for bold moves to keep Spain competitive as Europe trails the US and China.
Porsche lifts curtain on Mission S, a new supercar above the 911
Porsche is building a new mid-engine supercar platform that will sit above the 911. The Mission S prototype, coming in October, marks a sharp turn in the brand’s lineup and strategy.
Hyundai IONIQ 3 launches in Spain with record range under thirty thousand
Hyundai’s IONIQ 3 arrives in Spain with a starting price below thirty thousand euros and a headline range of 496 km. The compact electric car targets city drivers and long-distance commuters alike, shaking up the affordable EV segment.
PharmaMar faces hurdles bringing Zepzelca to European patients
Zepzelca, PharmaMar’s treatment for small cell lung cancer, remains out of reach for European patients as regulatory and reimbursement processes drag on. Despite proven benefits and US approval, the drug’s future in Spain depends on government action and industry support.
Genesis GV60 Magma launches in Spain with 650 horsepower
Genesis makes its Spanish debut with the GV60 Magma, a 650-horsepower electric SUV that blends luxury and high performance. The model introduces the Magma line and sets a new benchmark for premium electric driving.
OMODA sets sights on Spain with two new SUVs for 2027
OMODA & JAECOO will pull the wraps off the OMODA 4 and a new OMODA 5 at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. Both SUVs are due in Spain in 2027, as the brand looks to tighten its grip on the C-SUV market.
Incyte Biosciences Iberia demands faster access to new medicines
Incyte Biosciences Iberia has invested €130 million in Spanish R&D and clinical trials, but patients still wait too long for new treatments. Company leaders want clearer deals and quicker approvals to match Spain’s scientific strength.
Spain forces local authorities to cover tenant debts to halt evictions
Spain’s government has enacted a sweeping housing decree that compels public administrations to assume the debts of vulnerable tenants, blocking evictions unless alternative housing is provided. The law also extends rental protections, clamps down on speculative buying, and introduces new transparency rules for the rental market.
Spanish pharmacies face foreign takeover threat
Spain’s unique pharmacy system is under fire as foreign groups and regulatory changes threaten the independence of local pharmacists. Industry leaders warn that the country’s healthcare access and rural cohesion could be at risk if the current model is undermined.
PP puts healthcare reform at the center of its election push
Healthcare is now the main battleground for the Partido Popular as elections near. Carmen Fúnez pledges a major overhaul of Spain's health system, with a focus on unity, support for professionals, and stable funding.
Spain pushes for strategic autonomy in medicine production
Spain’s pharmaceutical leaders are urging a shift toward strategic autonomy in medicine manufacturing. At a key Madrid symposium, industry voices outlined how innovation, public policy, and cross-border alliances could protect Europe from future supply shocks.
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