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AI-powered cameras in Catalonia: Distraction controls on the A-2 and AP-7
For a professional driver, maintaining their license points and avoiding penalties is as vital as keeping their engine in top condition. If your regular routes cross Catalonia, this is for you: the Catalan Traffic Service (SCT) has just released the results of a pilot test with a new technology that will change the game in road safety enforcement.It involves high-definition cameras equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI), capable of detecting infractions that previously went unnoticed by conventional fixed speed cameras.
Solar eclipse 2026: traffic restrictions update
Traffic restrictions planned for the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, have changed since the initial measures were announced. Catalonia has published specific limitations on the AP-7 and N-340 highways, Navarre has approved a ban on certain freight vehicles, and the Basque Country has reduced the hours of the restriction initially announced.These changes directly affect haulers, transport companies, and fleet managers planning to travel through northern and eastern Spain on the afternoon of Wednesday, August 12.A few weeks ago, we published an initial article outlining the restrictions known at that time. However, some administrations have approved new measures or modified those already announced. For this reason, we are reviewing the available official information and explaining which restrictions are currently confirmed.
2026 Solar Eclipse: Traffic Restrictions and Special Measures
The total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, will be one of the most significant astronomical events of recent years, but it will also pose a major challenge to road traffic. Thousands of people will travel to areas with good visibility to observe it, coinciding with one of the busiest traffic periods of the summer.In response, authorities have begun preparing special measures to reduce traffic congestion, manage access to viewing points, and maintain road safety. The most significant measure for commercial transport will be implemented in the Basque Country, where heavy goods vehicles weighing over 7,500 kilograms will be prohibited from circulating on August 12.In the rest of Spain, the Directorate General of Traffic has also developed a special plan that will allow for the implementation of various measures on the roads of the most affected regions. However, it is important to clearly differentiate between the two situations: currently, the general ban for trucks is confirmed in the Basque Country, while the actions planned by the DGT (Spanish Directorate General of Traffic) may vary depending on traffic, the road, and the locations chosen to observe the eclipse.
Will breathalyzers be mandatory in 2026? Which vehicles are required to have them?
In recent days, numerous news reports have claimed that, from July 7, 2026, all new cars must be equipped with a breathalyzer. However, many of these headlines oversimplify the regulations and can lead to a misconception about what is actually changing.Will all new vehicles have to include a breathalyzer connected to the ignition system? Will it be necessary to blow into the vehicle before starting any car? Does the measure also affect vans and trucks?The answer is not a simple yes or no.The regulations distinguish between having a breathalyzer installed and the vehicle being prepared to facilitate its subsequent installation. Furthermore, in Spain there are already certain vehicles that are required to have the device installed and whose drivers must use it. Therefore, to understand what is truly mandatory, it is necessary to differentiate between three situations: vehicles that must have an alcohol interlock, those that only need to be prepared for its installation, and those that do not require any modifications. Moreover, July 7, 2026, does not mark the general start of the alcohol interlock obligation, although some recent news may suggest otherwise.
Intelligent Transportation Systems: what they are and what role they will play in road mobility
Road mobility is increasingly incorporating digital tools. Roads, vehicles, signaling devices, administrations, and assistance services are becoming part of a more connected environment, in which real-time information plays an increasingly important role.In this context, the Council of Ministers has approved the new regulatory framework for Intelligent Transport Systems in Spain. According to the Directorate General of Traffic, this regulation incorporates the European Directive on ITS systems into Spanish law and aims to advance the digitalization of transport and smart mobility.Although it is a technical regulation, it is of interest to the road transport sector because it relates to aspects such as traffic management, incident reporting, traffic restrictions, road works, road closures, and connected signaling systems.
The Official State Gazette (BOE) sets the minimum tread depth for trucks and heavy vehicles
Tire maintenance has always been a key aspect of vehicle safety, but it's even more crucial for trucks and heavy vehicles. Now, the Official State Gazette (BOE) has updated the regulations, clearly establishing the minimum tread depth required for tires on trucks, buses, trailers, and heavy semi-trailers.This change comes with Order PJC/528/2026, of May 26, published in the Official State Gazette on May 29, 2026. This order modifies several annexes of the General Vehicle Regulations, including Annex VII, which deals with tires.
Tachographs will be mandatory in vans from 2026: which vehicles will be affected
The use of tachographs in transport vehicles is once again making headlines across Europe. In recent months, numerous headlines have claimed that "vans will be required to have a tachograph from 2026," which has generated a lot of confusion among self-employed drivers, delivery companies, and transport professionals.The reality is somewhat more specific. The new European regulations do not affect all vans, but only certain vehicles used in international freight transport.From July 1, 2026, some vans with a maximum authorized mass (MAM) exceeding 2.5 tons will be required to install a second-generation smart tachograph. This measure is part of the European Union's Mobility Package, a set of reforms created to strengthen the control of road transport within the EU. In this article, we review which vehicles will be affected, what exactly a smart tachograph is, what obligations drivers will have, and why the EU has decided to extend this regulation to certain light vehicles.
Truck license in Spain: delays, causes and consequences
Obtaining a truck driving license in Spain has been complicated for years due to accumulated delays in practical exams administered by the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT). Although the problem does not affect all provinces equally, driving schools, transport associations, and examiners all agree that there are difficulties in meeting the demand for new professional drivers.This situation has direct consequences for students wishing to enter the freight transport sector, an area that also suffers from a well-known shortage of drivers in much of Europe.In this article, we review what is really happening, the causes of the delays, and how they affect access to the profession.
Driving license from age 17: requirements and how accompanied driving works
Traffic regulations in Europe continue to evolve to adapt to new social, technological, and road safety realities. One of the most significant developments in recent years is the introduction of supervised driving from the age of 17, a measure included in European Directive 2025/2205 that will mark a turning point in how young people obtain a driver's license.According to data from the Spanish Directorate General of Traffic (DGT), this legislative change aims not only to facilitate access to driving but also to improve road safety through a progressive and supervised model.
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