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GAC Yue 7 hybrid SUV arrives in Spain with Defender looks and massive boot
GAC launches the Yue 7 hybrid SUV in Spain, bringing a rugged Defender-inspired design, up to 1,860 liters of boot space, and a starting price just over €21,000. The model goes straight at established rivals with strong specs and aggressive pricing.
XPENG and Zeekr leave Tesla behind in Spain with ultra-fast charging
XPENG and Zeekr now offer charging speeds up to 525 kW in Spain, pushing Tesla out of the lead. BYD’s Denza Z9GT brings 1,500 kW megacharging, but high prices and slow infrastructure mean the real contest is just starting.
Toledo Used Car Fair brings over 500 vehicles to one site
Toledo’s annual used car fair is back, packing more than 500 vehicles and nearly every local dealer into one spot. Shoppers get a huge range of models, instant financing, and plenty of family activities all weekend.
Aston Martin brings lighter AMR26 to Baku, but Honda power holds them back
Aston Martin shows up in Baku with a lighter car and a stack of upgrades. But with the Honda engine struggling on the city’s long straight, even Fernando Alonso says scoring points will be tough.
Digital SEAT 127 stirs debate on affordable hybrids in Spain
A digital take on the SEAT 127 as a hybrid city car has brought back old memories and raised new questions about the future of cheap, practical cars for Spain’s drivers. The concept mixes classic style with today’s needs.
GWM Ora 5 lands in Spain with bold looks and sharp driving
The GWM Ora 5 arrives in Spain with a striking design, agile handling, and a price just above €25,000. With a seven-year warranty, this hybrid SUV takes on established rivals and could make buyers rethink their options.
Cabify boss: Autonomous cars will change Spanish city transport by 2027
Cabify España CEO Alberto González says driverless cars could be on Spanish roads by 2027. He believes these vehicles will add new ways to get around, not take away jobs—just as VTCs once changed the taxi market.
Volkswagen slashes combustion car output as electric orders take the lead
Volkswagen has dropped planned extra shifts at its Wolfsburg plant after electric car orders in Germany pulled ahead of combustion models. The company is now counting on its Spanish factories to deliver the next wave of affordable EVs.
Millions of Spanish cars to lose access as new bans hit cities and islands
Spain is about to block millions of older and mid-range cars from city centers and even entire islands. New laws will hit B and C label vehicles hard, with steep fines for those who break the rules.
Carlos Fernández Negro keeps title hopes alive after Montalegre battle
Carlos Fernández Negro took the win in Montalegre and is now just seven points off the lead. The Spanish rallycross title will be settled in Aragón after a fierce weekend in Portugal.
OECD lifts Spain’s growth outlook but warns inflation is eating into family budgets
Spain is on track for stronger growth in 2026, with the OECD raising its forecast. But inflation is still running high, putting pressure on Spanish families’ wallets.
Spain flooded with used car imports as odometer fraud goes unchecked
Over 55,000 used cars landed in Spain in just three months of 2026. Most arrived with no way to check their real mileage, leaving buyers open to odometer scams and hidden wear.
Diesel price surge hits Spanish drivers with record refueling costs
Spanish drivers now pay up to 30 euros more per tank as diesel prices jump. With over half the country’s cars running on diesel and most vehicles getting older, Spain faces some of the highest fuel costs in Europe.
Permanent Council of State seats offer lifetime power and luxury
A rare internal move has revealed the extraordinary perks Spain’s permanent Council of State members enjoy. These lifetime appointees get fixed salaries, official cars, and real sway over government laws.
Spanish trucker Jesús Dueñas faces the real life of US highways
Jesús Dueñas left Spain for the endless roads of the US. His story shows the hard routine, rare perks, and tough choices that come with driving a truck across America.
Madrid’s low emission zones spark confusion as Spanish cities go their own way
Madrid’s low emission zone is just one part of a messy national rollout. With every city making its own rules and pushing back deadlines, drivers are left guessing what’s allowed and what’s not. The result: frustration on the roads and little sign of cleaner air.
Spain becomes the new hub for Chinese carmakers in Europe
Chinese carmakers are turning their focus to Spain. With big investments in factories and battery plants, Spain is quickly becoming a key player in Europe’s auto industry.
Leapmotor eyes Madrid plant as B10 tops Spain’s electric SUV sales
Leapmotor’s B10 has surged to the top of Spain’s electric SUV market, but the company still hasn’t picked which model will be built in Madrid. The decision could shake up Spain’s EV industry.
Omoda 5 hybrid SUV hits 30,000 sales in Spain, reshaping the market
Omoda 5 has crossed 30,000 sales in Spain, with its hybrid model now making up almost 90% of all units sold. The quick move from gasoline to hybrid is changing what Spanish SUV buyers want.
Spain opens fast track for Chinese companies as US and UK investment drops
Spain is setting up a fast track for Chinese firms, hoping to fill the gap as US and UK money dries up. The government will now handle all major investment approvals from Moncloa, promising faster decisions for big projects.
Europe faces record diesel costs as drivers pay the price
Diesel prices in Europe have jumped, hitting drivers and truckers with a daily bill of €203 million. The crisis shows how exposed Europe’s diesel-heavy vehicle fleet is—and raises urgent questions about the future of transport.
Toyota Corolla turns 60: Special edition and new trims hit Spain
Toyota has rolled out a major update for the Corolla in Spain. The lineup now includes a 60th Anniversary edition, the return of the Style trim, and more GR SPORT choices. Prices start at 25,450 euros for the five-door.
Spain faces a winter of higher energy and fuel bills
Spanish farmers, hauliers, industry and self-employed workers want aid extended before the current measures expire in September. Fuel and energy costs are already eating into household and business budgets.
Castilla-La Mancha deputies list fortunes from farmland to classic cars
Classic cars, inherited land, and rare guitars show up in the latest asset declarations from Castilla-La Mancha’s deputies, revealing the wide range of personal wealth and financial changes among the region’s politicians.
Denza Z9 GT takes on BMW M5 in Spain with more power and a lower price
The Denza Z9 GT hits Spanish roads with more horsepower and a lower price than the BMW M5. Both cars push the limits for family sports models, but their tech and value set them apart in a market eager for change.
Spain moves to slash legal alcohol limit for drivers
Spain is set to tighten its drink driving laws, aiming to cut the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers to 0.2 grams per litre. Backed by the DGT and inspired by global standards, the plan could change how Spaniards drink and drive.
Spain set to relax rules for automatic driving licences
Spain’s top traffic chief wants automatic cars to become the standard. New rules will soon let drivers with automatic licences switch to manuals with less hassle, a move that could change how people learn to drive and speed up the shift to electric vehicles.
BYD closes in on 130 dealerships in Spain, eyes Andorra launch
BYD has added 11 new dealership groups in Spain and is about to open its first official showroom in Andorra. With nearly 30,000 vehicles sold by August, the brand is moving fast toward its expansion goals and putting pressure on established rivals.
Madrid court reopens car cartel lawsuits for buyers left out of group case
A Madrid court has revived 31 lawsuits against the car cartel, letting buyers who never joined a group case pursue their own claims. This ruling could change how cartel damages are fought in Spain.
Spanish car factories hire as electric and hybrid models take over
Spanish car plants are adding jobs and building more electrified cars, even though overall production is down from last year. New figures show electric and hybrid vehicles now make up a record share of what’s coming off the line.
Volkswagen Golf G60 changed the game for hot hatchbacks
The Volkswagen Golf G60 shocked the 1990s with its raw acceleration and unique supercharger. This special edition outpaced many sports cars, mixing daily practicality with punchy performance that still stands out decades later.
Fuel shortages in France force Spanish hauliers to rethink cross-border routes
Fuel shortages at French service stations are forcing Spanish transport companies to fill up before crossing the border. With diesel prices climbing and supply gaps on key routes, hauliers are changing how and where they refuel.
BYD narrows search to Spain or France for next electric car plant
BYD is close to picking Spain or France for its second European plant. The decision, expected by year-end, could shake up the electric car market and bring new competition to the region.
Renault Rafale Hypnotic arrives in Europe with just 1500 units
Renault is rolling out the Rafale Hypnotic, a run of only 1500 high-spec SUVs for Europe. Just 200 will reach Spain, each with its own number and a focus on design and exclusivity over raw power.
Shakira’s Spanish tour puts a pink Geely E2 electric car in the spotlight
Shakira’s Madrid concerts now feature a pink Geely E2 electric car as a headline giveaway. The partnership with Geely mixes music, mobility, and a sharp marketing move.
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