Five Catalan carmakers that disappeared
Seat's possible disappearance has a precedent in Catalonia's automotive history. La Cuadra, Hispano-Suiza, Elizalde, David and Pegaso all ceased car production or were absorbed.
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Barcelona markets sell €8 caps for childhood cancer campaign
The 26th Posa’t la Gorra! campaign will sell its €8 cap at 21 Barcelona municipal markets on 7 November. Proceeds support AFANOC services for children and young people with cancer and their families.
Why UPS delivery vans avoid left turns
UPS says its routing system keeps delivery drivers away from left turns, reducing junction waits and fuel use. It claims annual savings of up to 38 million litres, while also citing collision risk.
Toledo Cathedral to hold funeral for Urda rail victims
Recovery crews began lifting carriages in Urda on Saturday as specialists searched for biological remains. The death toll stands at 69 and is not yet final. The Catedral de Toledo is due to host a memorial within days.
DGT chief defends V16 beacon despite driver resistance
More than half of drivers have not bought a V16 beacon and say they do not intend to, despite the DGT’s safety case. Officers are reportedly not instructed to penalise motorists just for lacking one.
Leonor marks 21st birthday with family lunch in Zarzuela
Princess Leonor spent her 21st birthday at a family lunch in Zarzuela on 31 October, according to a television report. The gathering took place during official mourning for the Urda rail disaster, with 69 deaths recorded in the latest figures cited.
Honda power fault ends Alonso's Mexican GP qualifying
Fernando Alonso was fastest early in Q1 before a water-pressure fault in the Honda power unit forced him to stop near the pits. The failure ended his chance of reaching Q2.
Leonor turned 21 during Spain’s national mourning period
Princess Leonor turned 21 on Saturday, 31 October, the third day of national mourning after the Urda rail tragedy. Pedro Jota Fernández said celebrations were expected to be limited to a family meal.
Blocus-linked 18-year-old remanded in Barcelona without bail
A Barcelona court has ordered an 18-year-old linked to the violent digital group Blocus into provisional detention without bail. The judge cited indications of a conspiracy to cause public disorder and alleged membership of a criminal group.
AI picks the Ineos Grenadier for a zombie escape
The AI favours the Quartermaster Trialmaster diesel for its four-wheel lead and load capacity. Its 249 CV BMW engine is framed as a practical choice if paved routes become impassable.
PP tells Sánchez to skip cultural posts during mourning
The Partido Popular’s official X account warned Pedro Sánchez against posting a book or music recommendation during Spain’s three days of official mourning. The Urda rail disaster has killed at least 69 people.
GAD3 detects a sharp shift in Spain's election polling
GAD3 president Narciso Michavila says the Urda rail disaster abruptly shifted his election polling. He now says Pedro Sánchez cannot finish first, while Alberto Núñez Feijóo’s PP could beat its 2023 result.
Telecinco colleagues remember Raúl Triguero after Urda crash
The Telecinco presenters opened Friday’s ¡De viernes! with a tribute to Raúl Triguero after his death in the Urda rail crash. He was travelling to Seville on a work assignment.
Márquez prioritised beating Bezzecchi in Malaysian Sprint
Marc Márquez said Ai Ogura defended his podium position aggressively during the Malaysian GP Sprint. Márquez focused on finishing ahead of Marco Bezzecchi and took nine points rather than risk leaving with none.
Sainz finds a setup gain as Williams stays 16th in Mexico
Carlos Sainz finished 16th in Friday practice for the GP de México, but a set-up change narrowed his gap to the fastest car in FP2. He said the adjustments felt like a step in the right direction.
Honda Prelude drops to €43,600 as limited edition nears Spain
Honda’s Spanish offer sets the Prelude at €46,000 cash or €43,600 with finance. A burgundy Limited Edition is due before 2026 ends, but its price and Spanish allocation remain unannounced.
Frente Amplio demands political accountability over rail accidents
Emilio Delgado says two fatal rail accidents in a short period demand political accountability and a deep review of the system. He cites a rise from 15 to as many as 40 trains monitored at once on the Madrid-Seville line.
Spanish cities tightened security for Blocus gatherings
Police deployed across several Spanish cities as shops closed ahead of Blocus gatherings. In Barcelona, officers identified young people at security checkpoints; a Valencia court ordered a 20-year-old man held without bail.
Wizz Air adds Madrid links to Málaga and Seville
The Madrid to Málaga and Madrid to Seville services are due to start on 6 November. Wizz Air plans two flights a day on each route, with fares ranging from €45.99 to €99.99 after the Urda rail accident.
Canary Islands health service cannot count doctors without MIR
The service says its software cannot extract the figures and staff would have to inspect files one by one. Medical representatives say reliable qualification records are essential for patient safety.
León scientist Tamara González dies after Urda train crash
Tamara González Costa was travelling in carriage 8 of the Renfe train when it crashed in Urda. Her family has confirmed the 31-year-old scientist’s death; researcher Marta Shahbazi was also reported missing.
Liam Neeson says he tops out at 93 km/h on motorways
Despite years of high-speed screen chases, Liam Neeson says he knows nothing about cars and drives at no more than about 93 km/h on motorways. His new action film ‘La mangosta’ arrives on Prime Video in Spain on November 4.
Torrent court remands alleged Blocus Spain founder
A court in Torrent has ordered a 20-year-old man held on remand without bail over alleged Blocus Spain activity. Investigators say online calls were routed through private messaging groups and reached minors.
Galloper names Anayet and Gredos for its first two models
Galloper has named its first pick-up Anayet and its off-roader Gredos, taking both names from Spanish mountain geography. The company has yet to disclose specifications or commercial details, including prices and arrival dates.
More than 30 political and union-linked figures hold rail posts
More than 30 people with political or union links hold board and senior management posts across Spain’s state-owned rail companies. The report says political-confidence profiles have gained ground against technical specialists.
Juan Ignacio López Espinosa identified after Urda train crash
Juan Ignacio López Espinosa, an architect from A Coruña, was among those killed in the Urda collision. His family travelled to the scene to look for him while authorities worked to identify victims.
Spain's rail confidence crisis puts Óscar Puente under pressure
Enric Juliana argues that the rail disasters have damaged confidence in Spain's high-speed network and put Óscar Puente's political responsibility under scrutiny. A possible year-long Madrid-Barcelona suspension could deepen the crisis ahead of the 29 November election.
Tesla owners protest Model Y battery failures in Spain
Affected owners gathered outside Tesla's Fuenlabrada service centre as taxi drivers described cars immobilised by battery faults. Some out-of-warranty replacement estimates exceed €16,000.
Halloween could beat New Year's Eve for nightlife spending
More than six million people are expected to celebrate across Spain. Nightlife businesses forecast 1.7% revenue growth and 29,000 temporary jobs as Halloween falls on a Saturday.
Farm groups set new dates after Madrid tractor rally
About 500 tractors had reached Madrid when organisers cancelled the rally after a deadly rail accident. The groups have filed their demands, while ASAJA will send its planned food supplies to Banco de Alimentos.
Madrid resident advises visitors to leave the car behind
Argentine resident Lola Cabeller says visitors should avoid driving into core Madrid, where parking is difficult. She recommends public transport and says buses run every five to ten minutes within the M-30.
South Korea probes 80 over Tesla FSD software unlocks
Seoul police say the suspects used imported or homemade devices to bypass Tesla’s regional software restriction. The alleged tampering carries a maximum sentence of two years or a 20 million won fine.
Five Spanish Franciscans scheduled for beatification in Georgia
Five Spanish Franciscan friars killed in 1597 for defending Catholic teaching on marriage are due to be beatified in Savannah today. Pedro de Corpa was born in the territory of the present-day Diocese of Alcalá de Henares.
Diego González calls for Óscar Puente to resign
Diego González is calling for Transport Minister Óscar Puente to resign after the Adamuz and Urda rail accidents. He alleges 115 high-speed rail deaths in 2026, but the material supplied provides no independent evidence for that tally.
Sánchez backs Puente and has not sought his resignation
Pedro Sánchez has not asked Óscar Puente to resign, and sources say he does not plan to dismiss him. The minister is due before Congress on 3 November to explain the Urda crash.