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Pedestrians Have Responsibilities Too

“Both in the city and on the road, it is essential that pedestrians avoid using their mobile phones and listening to music or the radio with headphones.” This is the advice from the General Directorate of Traffic which shows that pedestrians also have obligations. “By distracting you, it isolates you from traffic and makes you …

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Analysing the benefits of the 30 kmph limit

The Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces (FEMP), in collaboration with the General Directorate of Traffic, have organised a meeting to analyse how the implementation of the 30km/h limit in towns and cities on streets of a single traffic lane in each direction, a year after its entry into force. The objective of the act …

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The Most Important but Most Disrespected Road Sign

The Stop sign is undoubtedly one of the most important we come across on a regular basis. It is also one of the most recognised around the world, thanks to standardisation. However, despite being one of the most important road signs, according to the Directorate of Traffic (DGT), it is also one of the least …

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No Parking on Bike Lanes

The DGT made it quite clear on their social networks. “Just as the pavement is for pedestrians, the bike lane is for the cyclists. Do not use it for running, walking, or parking”. As far as the driver is concerned, parking is prohibited on bike lanes. The law will punish those who obstruct, totally or …

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Special operation for 1 May holiday

The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has launched the May 1 Traffic Operation, a special device that will begin tomorrow, Friday at 3:00 p.m. and will end at midnight on Monday, May 2, in Andalusia, Aragon, Asturias, Castilla y León, Extremadura, Madrid and Murcia, communities in which the May 1 festival has been moved to …

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