Pérez-Reverte pays €100 after taxi seat-belt fine in Madrid
The writer was in the rear-right seat when traffic officers stopped his taxi on Madrid’s A-6. He used the early-payment discount and paid €100 instead of the full €200.
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SEAT 2000-D: The car that defined Madrid taxis
The SEAT 2000-D became a fixture of Madrid’s taxi fleet. Its Mercedes-Benz diesel engine and durable construction made it a practical choice for Spanish city drivers.
Tesla Model Y battery failures leave Spanish taxi drivers stranded
A wave of sudden battery failures in Tesla Model Y taxis has immobilized dozens of drivers across Spain. With repairs delayed and costs soaring, affected owners are organizing to demand answers from the manufacturer.
Uber targets Madrid for its first driverless taxi rollout
Uber has chosen Madrid as one of the first European cities for its autonomous taxi service. The launch depends on regulatory approval, but the company is betting on the Spanish capital to lead its next phase of driverless transport.
Uber gets approval to test autonomous taxis in Madrid
Uber has received official approval to deploy 20 autonomous taxis in Madrid. The first phase will focus on mapping and route validation under human supervision, paving the way for a possible commercial robotaxi service in Spain.
Suspect in Azpeitia Taxi Murder Surrenders to Police in Ondarroa
A 43-year-old man with a criminal record surrendered to police in Ondarroa after authorities sought him over the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old taxi driver in Azpeitia. The Ertzaintza continues its investigation into the high-profile case.
Azpeitia Taxi Driver Shot Dead After Deliberate Collision
A taxi driver in Azpeitia was shot dead after his car was rammed. The attacker fled, prompting a major police operation. The killing has unsettled the local community and led to increased security checks.
Palma Taxi Driver Fined in Ibiza Amid Growing Dispute Over Transport Rules
A Palma-licensed taxi was fined more than €4,000 in Ibiza for violating Balearic transport law. The case has sparked a dispute between taxi associations and local authorities, exposing tensions over inter-island transport rules.
Palma Taxi Fined €4,333 for Unauthorized Operations in Ibiza
A taxi from Palma was fined €4,333 for picking up clients in Ibiza without proper authorization. The incident has sparked discontent among local drivers. Authorities intercepted the vehicle at a central taxi stand.
Toyota Tightens Its Grip on Spain’s Hybrid and Electric Taxi Market
Toyota now accounts for nearly two-thirds of new taxis in Spain, driven by demand for self-charging hybrids and a growing share of electric models. The shift comes as overall taxi registrations decline and city rules push for cleaner fleets.
After 44 Years as a Taxi Driver, Antonio Embraces Doing Nothing
Antonio spent more than four decades navigating Madrid’s streets as a taxi driver. Now retired, he values the simple luxury of unstructured days and the freedom to choose how he spends his time, without the pressure of a work schedule.
Fatal Incident Near Menorca Airport Highlights Dangerous Road Practice
A young man died after being struck by a taxi near Menorca airport. Taxi drivers warn of repeated dangerous behavior linked to a nearby nightclub. Police are investigating the circumstances.
Electric taxis remain a minority in Spain despite rapid growth
Electric taxis make up just 5% of Spain’s 61,000-vehicle fleet. Even with lower running costs and local incentives, adoption remains slow in most cities. Some regions, but, are moving faster than others.
Understanding the Legal Boundaries of Airport Transfer Platforms in the EU
When an airport transfer platform is legal in the European Union. Is an airport transfer platform legal in the EU? Explore airport transfer regulation EU basics, licensing triggers, and how to structure compliant booking flows.