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Madrid shuts Gran Vía for the Hispanidad parade
Gran Vía will close to traffic from 15:00 to 22:00 this Sunday, 4 October, for Madrid's Hispanidad parade. Metro entrances, bus routes, parking areas and several central streets will also face restrictions.
Spanish carmakers face record investment as profits collapse
Spain’s automotive industry saw profits plunge by 56 percent even as manufacturers poured record sums into new investments. Chinese brands and used cars are reshaping the market, while job losses and an aging vehicle fleet add to the pressure.
Rescue teams pull drivers from flooded cars in Granollers
A powerful overnight storm in Granollers forced emergency crews to rescue people trapped in their vehicles after flash floods submerged key roads. No injuries have been reported, but the incident highlights the growing risks of extreme weather in Catalonia.
Renault Megane 2027 hits Spain: lower price, 500 km range, and Google tech
Renault has started taking orders for the Megane 2027 in Spain. The car comes with a 67 kWh LFP battery, up to 500 km WLTP range, and built-in Google services. Prices start at 37,685 euros, beating key competitors.
Bilbao floods after nearly two hours of torrential rain
A sudden downpour caused 150 incidents across Bizkaia, including 137 in Bilbao. More than 70 millimetres of rain fell in some areas as tunnels closed and Euskalmet kept an orange alert in force until midnight.
Geely puts E2 MAX plus up for grabs at Shakira’s Madrid tour
Geely Auto is giving away an E2 MAX plus worth 27,490 euros as part of its partnership with Shakira’s Madrid tour. The campaign runs until October 2026 and features unique fan experiences at Macondo Park.
Barcelona streets submerged as record rain triggers chaos
Torrential rain has left parts of Barcelona and nearby towns underwater. Trains stopped. Residents told to stay inside. Emergency crews race to control flooding in hospitals, homes, and transport hubs as Catalunya faces a weather crisis.
Classic cars take center stage at Rafal patronal festival
Rafal’s patronal festivities bring classic cars, music, and local traditions to the forefront. Residents of all ages gather for a week of unique events, blending nostalgia with vibrant community spirit.
Madrigueras faces devastation after deadly flash flood
A violent storm struck Madrigueras for over two hours, flooding homes and businesses and claiming the life of a 100-year-old woman. Residents now confront a landscape of mud, wrecked property, and uncertainty.
Spanish cities gain power to charge higher parking fees for large cars
From October 2026, Spanish municipalities can set parking fees based on car size and environmental rating. There is no automatic price hike for SUVs, but local councils may choose to charge more for larger or more polluting vehicles.
Stellantis patents electric car battery ejection for fire emergencies
Stellantis has patented a system that can eject an electric car’s battery if it overheats or catches fire. The move comes as Spain faces real concerns over EV safety in garages after fatal incidents and new restrictions on charging.
Unai Simón keeps his old Range Rover as Spain targets another trophy
Unai Simón, fresh from winning the World Cup and Euro 2024, still drives the same Range Rover he bought eight years ago. As Spain prepares for another Nations League campaign, his priorities remain strikingly grounded.
Fernando Alonso calls Aston Martin’s Bahrain fight a miracle
Fernando Alonso says Aston Martin’s lack of straight-line speed leaves him fighting for survival in Bahrain. The two-time world champion calls it a miracle to compete with faster cars and doubts a points finish is realistic this weekend.
Fiat 600 Multipla changed family cars before the world noticed
Long before the quirky 90s Multipla, Fiat stunned postwar Europe with a compact six-seater that squeezed three rows into just 3.5 meters. The 600 Multipla’s radical design quietly set the template for modern family cars.
Hyundai IONIQ 3 and Polestar 5 ignite Spain’s electric car race
Spain’s car market surged in September 2026 as the long-awaited Hyundai IONIQ 3 and the exclusive Polestar 5 arrived in dealerships. Both models signal a new phase for electric vehicles, with sales and competition heating up across the country.
Tesla Model 3 breaks sales record in Spain with historic lead
For the first time, an electric car has topped Spain’s monthly sales chart. The Tesla Model 3 registered 2,528 units in September 2026, overtaking budget favorites and signaling a new phase in the country’s car market.
Ebro overtakes Ford and Fiat in Spain with record-breaking sales
Ebro has put more than 20,000 vehicles on Spanish roads in just nine months of 2026, leaving Ford and Fiat behind and closing in on Opel. The brand’s fast climb shows Spanish buyers are changing what they want from their cars.
Dacia Striker launch challenges rising car prices in Europe
Dacia’s global chief calls out the soaring cost of new cars and regulatory pressures as the brand unveils the Striker in Milan. She argues Dacia is no longer just low-cost but a smart choice for European drivers facing shrinking purchasing power.
Geely E2 and E5 break into Spain’s top electric car rankings
Geely Auto has surged to 3530 vehicle registrations in Spain within half a year of its commercial debut. The Geely E2 and E5 models have both entered the top ten for electric car sales in September, signaling a rapid shift in the Spanish EV market.
President García-Page surveys flood devastation in Madrigueras
A catastrophic flash flood struck Madrigueras leaving one woman dead and dozens rescued. President Emiliano García-Page arrived to assess the aftermath as emergency teams race to restore order in the battered town.
Classic car rally blurs the border between Extremadura and Alentejo
Fifty-six classic cars and motorcycles, including seventeen from Portugal, crossed the border for the 21st Rally de Coches y Motos Clásicas. The event honors a key figure and highlights the enduring passion for historic vehicles.
Black vans map Madrid streets for Spain's first robotaxi rollout
Twenty black vans with advanced sensors are mapping northern Madrid. Uber, WeRide, and Avomo aim to launch Spain’s first robotaxi service as early as 2026.
Car lifts transform parking in Spain’s tightest buildings
Thousands of car lifts now operate in Spanish buildings where ramps are impossible. These hydraulic platforms move vehicles between floors, demanding strict maintenance and reshaping how city dwellers park.
Toyota RAV4 Plug in Hybrid faces a tough road in Spain
Toyota’s latest RAV4 Plug in Hybrid brings 304 horsepower and a bold new look. But with a price tag over 53,000 euros and fierce competition, convincing Spanish drivers to embrace plug in hybrids is a challenge Toyota cannot ignore.
Renault 5 Turbo and Clio V6: compact cars with wild hearts
Renault’s 5 Turbo and Clio V6 broke every rule for small cars by moving the engine behind the seats and pushing power to the rear wheels. Their legacy now shapes the arrival of the electric R5 Turbo 3E.
Greek taxi driver sets world record with a Mercedes that never quit
A Greek taxi driver and his Mercedes-Benz 240D W115 rewrote the rules of automotive endurance by covering 4.52 million kilometers over forty years. This extraordinary feat turned a humble taxi into a museum piece and a symbol of mechanical reliability.
Spanish mechanics push back after Guardia Civil urges drivers to photograph cars
A police tip to photograph your car before leaving it at the shop has triggered a sharp response from Spain’s main mechanics association. Over 20000 workshops say the advice unfairly casts doubt on their integrity.
Twelve Days Trapped on the Road in China’s Record Traffic Jam
In 2010, a stretch of Chinese highway turned into a 100-kilometer parking lot for nearly 12 days. Thousands of drivers were stranded, facing shortages and soaring prices for basic goods as the world’s longest traffic jam exposed the limits of overloaded infrastructure.
Madrid and Barcelona push for near zero alcohol limit on Spanish roads
Spain’s top traffic official confirms that Madrid and Barcelona city halls have formally requested a drastic reduction in the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers. The move could make even a single beer enough to trigger a positive test.
Fiat Multipla’s Chinese Twin Survived with Electric Power
While Fiat prepares to relaunch its iconic Multipla in Europe, few realize a near-identical version thrived in China for years. The Zotye Multiplan not only copied the design but also offered electric and plug-in hybrid options with battery swapping.
Electric car subsidies in Spain face freeze as government crisis deepens
Spain’s electric car buyers are now caught in political crossfire as government infighting threatens to halt subsidies. With the Plan Auto+ funds exhausted and no new budget in sight, tens of thousands could be left without support for the rest of the year.
Flash Floods Sweep Through Madrigueras After Torrential Rains
A sudden surge of floodwater has left the streets of Madrigueras underwater, trapping people in buildings and sweeping away cars. Emergency services are responding to over a hundred calls as the town faces severe disruption.
New Spanish car plates move to NT series as October registrations begin
Spanish car registrations in October now feature the next NT letter combinations. The DGT’s system remains unchanged, but the evolving sequence offers clues to a vehicle’s age and history. Here’s what drivers need to know about the latest plates.
Zeekr 9x lands in Spain, takes aim at luxury SUV giants
Zeekr 9x has arrived in Spain, bringing top-tier materials, advanced tech, and a price that undercuts rivals by tens of thousands. The real test: will Spanish buyers accept a Chinese badge at the high end?
BYD launches 1500 kW chargers in Spain with five minute recharge promise
BYD is rolling out 300 ultra-fast 1500 kW charging stations across Spain by 2026, promising to deliver 400 km of range in just five minutes. The move signals a new phase in electric mobility, but most current EVs cannot yet take full advantage.
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