US Grand Prix qualifying starts at 11pm in Spain today
Qualifying at Austin’s Circuito de las Américas starts at 23:00 in Spain on Saturday 24 October, after FP3 at 19:30. DAZN F1 carries the session in Spain; broadcasters vary across Latin America.
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Hamilton leads Ferrari 1-3 in Austin F1 practice
Lewis Hamilton set the pace in the final practice session at COTA as Ferrari placed both cars in the top three. Max Verstappen was only 0.168 seconds behind, with four cars covered by 0.303 seconds.
Four injured after car rolls off road in Fuente Vaqueros
Four young people were taken to hospital after a car left the GR-3401 and rolled several times in Fuente Vaqueros. Two were under 15; the others were aged 19 and 20.
Brabus P 900 Rocket Edition packs 900 CV into a G-Class pick-up
Brabus will build only 10 P 900 Rocket Edition pick-ups, each tailored to its owner. The example shown costs €711,718 and pairs a 900 CV V8 with a 280 km/h top speed.
AESAN warns against EROSKI ricotta sauce over glass fragments
AESAN has warned consumers not to eat EROSKI’s 'Salsa Ricotta' from batch LA310CRI01 after glass fragments were detected. The 350-gram jar has a use-by date of 06/11/2028.
Fiat Pandina revives Autobianchi cues in special edition
Fiat has added a Tributo Autobianchi edition to the Pandina, with a black tailgate recalling the Y10 and exclusive 15-inch alloy wheels. Cream trim and 'quadrettoni' microfibre bring the tribute into the cabin.
Two arrested over alleged break-ins at seven cars in Palma
Police in Palma arrested two young men after seven cars were allegedly forced open on Sant Rafael Street. A caller alerted the 092; officers say they caught the pair beside a damaged car, carrying tools, and recovered property.
Man dies after motorcycle hits goat in Granada
A 51-year-old man died and a 60-year-old woman was taken to hospital after a motorcycle hit a goat on the N-340 near Gualchos. The crash was reported at kilometre 347 at about 8pm.
Lexus turns digital image glitches into physical art cars
Lexus and New York collective MSCHF have turned real cars into physical distortions inspired by digital image errors. Circle Car and Twister Car bring impossible screen shapes into metal.
Spain's motorcycle safety meeting targets crash risks
A Zaragoza conference brought together 47 speakers from 40 organisations to discuss ways to cut motorcycle crashes. Proposals focus on training and safer roads, with specific safeguards for delivery riders.
Two Jardun Members Held in Spanish Terrorism Probe
Aratz Bilbao Gómez and Malen Grünig Ibáñez are in provisional detention over suspected terrorism offences. Police say material linked to former ETA hideouts and security officers was found in their possession.
Burgos hoax victims plan joint legal action
Ahmed Benyahia and Youssef Abraoui say they will pursue joint legal action after being falsely identified online in the Burgos murder case. Police have detained six people as alleged perpetrators, yet the images continue to circulate abroad.
Fernando Ruiz Gómez takes command of Melilla
Margarita Robles attended the handover of command at Melilla’s Base Alfonso XIII. Fernando Ruiz Gómez made readiness and continuous improvement priorities in his new role.
Nissan Ariya takes a Japanese culture route across Spain
The updated Ariya is the electric vehicle for a Spanish itinerary linking Puebla de la Sierra’s Japanese-influenced sculpture collection with a kaiseki restaurant in Madrid. Nissan quotes up to 536 km of homologated range.
Chery Volt-Dragon claims 500 km of range in five minutes
Chery says its 1.44 MW Volt-Dragon can supply enough energy for up to 500 km of driving in five minutes. The company has opened 100 stations in China and targets 20,000 worldwide by 2029.
Valencia approves €20m in Dana Adam recovery aid
The Generalitat has approved €20 million in emergency support after Dana Adam, including €10 million for vehicles declared a total loss. Applications open on 2 November 2026 and close on 1 February 2027.
Six bodies found in Cáceres Franco-era grave excavation
Six bodies have been found in an excavation at Cáceres cemetery, with skull injuries compatible with gunshot trauma. The work is funded by the provincial government and Spain’s basic government.
Andalusia’s PP backs Vox motion on housing and migration
The Andalusian Parliament approved a Vox motion with support from the PP, calling for national priority in housing and related aid. It also seeks the repatriation or deportation of some migrants and tax measures targeting non-EU buyers.
IU rejects a tactical withdrawal from Teruel
IU says the Frente Amplio should contest every constituency, including Teruel. It warns that standing aside could give Podemos room to attract voters to the PSOE’s left. Lists can be filed until Monday 26.
Milei’s team requested a different sponsor backdrop in Madrid
The logos of Nueva Economía Fórum’s regular sponsors were visible during Javier Milei’s Madrid address, contrary to viral posts. Organisers say his cabinet requested a different backdrop arrangement; the brands did not ask to be removed.
Freelander 8 packs 620 CV into Chery's six-seat PHEV
Chery has confirmed the six-seat plug-in hybrid for Spain, but has not said when it plans to sell it. Its 620 CV output and 110 km electric-range figure remain preliminary pending market validation.
Omoda & Jaecoo vice-president joins Hyundai as Italy CEO
Francesco Colonnese remains Omoda & Jaecoo Spain’s vice-president while taking up the incoming CEO role at Hyundai in Italy. The podcast also examines Chery’s position in Spain and the possible arrival of Lepas.
Gemini's Personal Intelligence is unavailable in Spain
Google has started bringing Personal Intelligence to Android Auto, letting Gemini draw on connected Google apps to answer personal queries. Spain is excluded along with the rest of the European Economic Area, with no launch date announced.
Honrubia adds 22 chargers at the A-3’s largest ultrafast hub
The 20 car points offer charging from 90 to 400 kW, alongside two dedicated truck chargers. All 22 are available around the clock throughout the year on the Madrid–Valencia route.
Toledo plans 28 collaborative homes at Alamillos del Tránsito
The Diputación de Toledo is rehabilitating the long-abandoned Alamillos del Tránsito building for collaborative housing. Its €1.085m first phase provides 18 homes, with ten more planned for 2027.
Spain and Italy agree to end reciprocal border checks
Spain and Italy will end reciprocal checks at airports and ports introduced after the July Ceuta surge. Italy said it had checked more than 180,000 travellers from Spain by 31 August and refused entry to 31.
Iberdrola BP Pulse nears 3,000 charging points
Pablo Pirles says the network is adding about 1,000 points a year and expects to reach 3,000 soon. Its chargers reach 600 kW, while grid delays hold up hundreds of completed sites.
Ferraz overrides Palencia members’ choice for PSOE candidate
The PSOE leadership has named Mariluz Martínez Seijo its lead candidate in Palencia, replacing the choice of local members, Álvaro Bilbao. Four people on the slate have withdrawn, forcing the party to rebuild it.
Recovered parts can halve some electronic repair bills
Recomotor says requests for electronic components rose 38% in two years. Recovered parts cost 30% to 50% less on average, although fitting and any required calibration are extra.
Mar Fuentes takes charge of Spain’s Feneval rental-car federation
Mar Fuentes takes over as Feneval approaches its 50th anniversary in 2027. Her priorities include improving public recognition of car rental and building a stronger working relationship with Spain’s administrations.
Gil says Moroccan F-16s flew near Spanish airspace
Chema Gil says Moroccan F-16s flew low near the edge of Spanish airspace for two weeks amid pressure on Ceuta. He says they stayed on Morocco’s side and Spain tracked them without scrambling its fighters.
Care worker Gloria dies after stabbing in Carabanchel
Gloria, a 52-year-old care worker of Guatemalan origin, died after being stabbed at the entrance to the Carabanchel complex where she worked. Her 59-year-old former partner was arrested in Usera as investigators consider whether the case involved gender-based violence.
Waymo and Uber prepare Madrid robotaxi tests as jobs remain unclear
Waymo and Uber are preparing Madrid trials, but neither has estimated the effect on Spanish driving jobs. Waymo expects paid rides through its app from 2027, without confirming a launch date or fleet size.
Kia's electric range runs from the EV2 to the PV5
Kia has sold more than one million electric vehicles worldwide and now offers models from small cars to commercial vans. For a 90-kilometre daily routine the writer would choose the EV2, priced from €20,330 with aid and promotions.
Electric cars in Spain can cost close to €20,000 with aid
More than 20 new electric models have reached the market in 2026, with selected prices falling towards €20,000 after aid and promotions. The longest stated range in this group belongs to a model still awaiting its launch.