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Electric and Chinese cars reshape World Car of the Year 2027 race
Nearly half the World Car of the Year 2027 shortlist comes from China. Electric models dominate, but many aren’t even sold in Europe or the US. The competition looks nothing like it did a few years ago.
Spain's inflation surges to its highest level since 2023
Spain's inflation reached 4.9% in September. Fuel costs and package holidays drove the sharpest monthly rise since February 2023.
Arizona targets bikers with strict lane filtering crackdown
Arizona now treats riding a motorcycle between moving cars as reckless driving with criminal penalties. In contrast, Spain allows motorcycles to use the shoulder under strict conditions, aiming to protect riders in traffic jams.
Spanish highways roll out real time speed limits with smart sensors
From October 1, drivers on major Catalan highways will see speed limits that change on the fly. Spain’s traffic authority is testing a system where sensors and algorithms set the pace based on weather, congestion, and accidents.
Six cars that hold their value best in Spain after three years
Not all new cars lose value at the same speed. Here are the six models in Spain that keep the highest resale price after three years, based on real demand, reliability and DGT emissions label.
Letizia brings back Pertegaz dress for Macron state visit
Queen Letizia welcomed Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron in a grey pearl Pertegaz dress. Readers of ¡HOLA! chose the design as the best royal look of 2019.
Gonzalo Suárez dies at 92, and Spanish culture loses its rebel
Gonzalo Suárez died at home in Madrid on September 29, 2026, aged 92. His restless career moved through cinema, literature, journalism and fantasy without accepting the usual rules of success.
Dacia Sandero tops Spanish car sales as market nears pre-pandemic levels
Car sales in Spain jumped 7.8% in June 2026. Dacia Sandero led the way, while electric and plug-in hybrids grabbed a bigger share of the market.
Spotify outage slows listening across Spain
Reports began in Spain at 15:50 on Tuesday 29 September. Users reported failed connections, slow loading and problems with playback across Spotify's mobile apps and web version.
Esperanza Aguirre: Maricarmen case is a smokescreen for Ceuta crisis
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen after seventy years in her Madrid home has set off a fierce political storm. Esperanza Aguirre says the case is being used to distract from Spain’s migration crisis and the future of Ceuta and Melilla.
Gonzalo Suárez leaves Spanish cinema with a restless legacy
Gonzalo Suárez has died at his Madrid home aged 92. He leaves behind 21 films and a literary career shaped by experimentation.
Pilar Albarracín wins Spain's National Visual Arts Award
Spain's Ministry of Culture has awarded Pilar Albarracín the 2026 National Visual Arts Award. The €30,000 prize recognises a career built around gender, folklore and cultural power.
Pedro Sánchez puts Spain's housing decree before Congress
The Council of Ministers is due to take up emergency housing measures on Tuesday. The plan still faces a hard vote over room rentals and automatic contract renewals.
Madrid landlord signals deal for Maricarmen to return home
After a high-profile eviction and days of tense negotiations, Ricardo Alonso of Urbagestión has confirmed a preliminary agreement that could allow Maricarmen Abascal, 87, to move back into her Madrid apartment. The new rent would be set at around 30% of her net income, pending final approval.
Continuous Oil Leaks Block Spanish Cars from Passing Inspection
A persistent oil drip can instantly disqualify your petrol car from Spain’s ITV inspection. Mechanic Pedro Bastida explains why this overlooked issue is both dangerous and easy to spot, urging drivers to check before heading to the test.
Two Million Euro Bonoloto Prize Hits Bravo Murillo
A single Bonoloto ticket validated at La Rubia de Oro on Madrid's Bravo Murillo has won €2,025,965.95. The ticket took the entire first-category prize in the 28 September 2026 draw.
Pilar Albarracín wins the Premio Nacional de Artes Plásticas 2026
The Ministry of Culture has awarded Pilar Albarracín Spain's top visual arts prize. The €30,000 award also includes an individual exhibition at Museo Reina Sofía.
CNIO identifies a weak stage before brain metastases cause symptoms
A six-year CNIO study found a short period when early brain metastases become vulnerable. Three drugs eliminated micrometastases in mice and human tissue before visible tumours formed.
Spain Caps Gas Price Shock for Households and Small Firms
The government has limited the rise in Spain's regulated gas tariff and fixed the price of a butane cylinder at 19.55 euros through 30 June 2027.
Pilar Albarracín wins Spain's top plastic arts prize
Pilar Albarracín has received Spain's 2026 National Prize for Plastic Arts. Her performances, photographs and installations challenge ideas about folklore, gender and Spanish identity.
Leo Harlem opens up about his savings and why time matters more than money
Leo Harlem says he has over 600,000 euros saved and prefers to spend on good food, not luxury goods. These days, he values his time above all and has stepped away from film and radio to enjoy life on his own terms.
Àngels Barceló leaves Madrid for Maresme after calling the city hostile
Àngels Barceló has moved back to Catalonia after nearly thirty years in Madrid, citing an increasingly hostile atmosphere in the capital. The former Cadena SER host now seeks a quieter life in Maresme while maintaining her professional ties.
VRS immunisation brings calm to Spanish families
Most Spanish families feel calmer after protecting their children against VRS. Yet almost half still do not clearly understand the virus, and many expect an infection to affect work and household finances.
Àngels Barceló leaves Madrid for Barcelona after two decades in radio
Àngels Barceló, one of Spain’s most recognized radio voices, is leaving Madrid and heading back to Barcelona after more than twenty years at Cadena SER. Her move comes as she voices discomfort with Madrid’s political climate, opening a new chapter for the broadcaster.
Honda Prelude Limited Edition 2027 lands in Europe with bold red style
Honda brings the Prelude Limited Edition 2027 to Europe, showing off a deep red exterior, upgraded interior, and hybrid power. Spanish buyers can expect prices from 43,600 euros, with limited units arriving late 2026.
95% of Spanish families feel calmer after RSV immunisation
A Sanofi study of 1,322 Spanish parents finds that most feel calmer after their children receive RSV immunisation. Many families still know little about the virus and remain worried about hospital care.
GWM ORA 5 lands in Spain with a challenge for European brands
The GWM ORA 5 arrives in Spain offering gasoline, hybrid, and electric versions. Its design, interior quality, and road performance set it apart from the wave of new Chinese SUVs and signal a shift in the compact SUV segment.
Seventy one car brands now crowd Spanish roads in 2026
Spain’s car market in 2026 looks nothing like it did just a few years ago. With 71 brands on sale and a wave of Chinese newcomers, drivers are left guessing at strange logos and names. Here’s how the landscape has changed.
Atlantic front triggers sharp temperature drop and heavy rain across Spain
Spain faces a dramatic weather reversal as an Atlantic front brings widespread rain and a sudden plunge in temperatures. With red alerts in Catalonia and orange warnings in Galicia, the country braces for a distinctly autumnal start to October after a scorching summer.
MG3 shakes up Spanish market with new upgrades and low price
MG has launched the updated MG3 in Spain, keeping its price under 14,000 euros for petrol and under 18,000 euros for hybrid. The new version brings improved comfort, refined hybrid performance, and a generous equipment list.
Feijóo invokes Olga while ignoring the vote behind her eviction
Alberto Núñez Feijóo rejects the Government's housing decree while criticising activists over Olga's eviction in L'Hospitalet. His argument leaves out the congressional vote that helped remove the protection behind the case.
Car makers lock buyers into long-term service with extended warranties
Extended car warranties in Spain now stretch up to 15 years, but only for those who stick to official service networks. As Chinese brands enter the market with long factory guarantees, the battle for customer loyalty is reshaping how drivers protect their investment.
Almería puts Mars landing gear through its final test
A Spanish-built landing system is entering its final qualification stage. ESA will test a Mars rover prototype in Almería before the 2028 mission.
Pilar Cascales takes charge of MINI Iberia after major brand overhaul
MINI Iberia has named Pilar Cascales as its new director for Spain and Portugal. Her move from BMW Bank comes as the brand rolls out a fully renewed lineup and sharpens its focus on innovation and customer experience.
Ada Colau forced to leave her Barcelona apartment over unaffordable rent
Ada Colau, ex-mayor of Barcelona, has left her longtime apartment after finding the rent impossible to cover alone. She now lives with a family member, highlighting the financial strain even public figures face in Spain’s housing market.
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