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Up to €5,500 available as Spain opens new electric vehicle grant schemeApplications are now open for the Auto+ Plan, with grants available for electric cars, vans, motorcycles and quadricycles purchased since January Drivers thinking about switching to an electric vehicle can now apply for Spain's new Auto+ Plan.. 05/08/2026

Where to find the cheapest fuel on Spain's motorways this summerPlanning where to refuel could save drivers across Spain up to 16% on diesel and 15% on petrol With millions of people heading off on summer road trips, where you choose to fill up could make a bigger difference than you think.   According.. 05/08/2026

Spain's eclipse tourism boom sees hotel searches jump by more than 500%The August 12 eclipse is driving huge demand for accommodation away from Spain's traditional beach resorts Image: Simulation of the solar corona during the August 12 total solar eclipse, calculated using the La Palma supercomputer for the skies.. 05/08/2026

This neighbouring country is replacing black roads to beat the heat: Could Spain be next?A new type of permeable surface is helping cool streets naturally, raising questions about whether Spain could benefit too Spain's summers seem to get hotter every year, with prolonged heatwaves becoming the new normal across most of the country.. 04/08/2026

Private cars escape Spain's smoking ban but drivers could still face penaltiesThe draft law leaves private vehicles in Spain untouched, but throwing a cigarette from the window could prove very expensive   Despite Spain's planned crackdown on smoking in public places, lighting up in your own private car will remain.. 04/08/2026

Millions across Spain set to witness the country's first total solar eclipse in more than a centuryThe historic event will be followed by the Perseid meteor shower in Spain, making for an unforgettable evening Next Wednesday promises to be one of the most extraordinary evenings Spain has experienced in more than a century as a total solar eclipse.. 04/08/2026

What does the scrapping of the National Rental Registration Number mean for owners or potential buyers of property in Spain? By Alex Radford, Founding Partner, My Lawyer in Spain   Since late 2024, owners of properties in Spain who have wished to rent them out short term have had another legal hoop to jump through. To comply with Royal Decree 1312/2024, they were.. 04/08/2026

Five surprising ways you can be fined on Spain's beaches this summerMany Spanish resorts have strict beach bylaws that catch visitors out every summer A trip to the beach is one of the highlights of summer in Spain, but before you pack your towel and head for the coast, it's worth brushing up on the local rules.. 04/08/2026

Top five advantages of living in Spain Spain is one of the countries most sought after by expatriates. In fact, it ranks 10th globally. The reasons are numerous: a warm climate, a relaxed pace of life, promising business opportunities…   If you are also considering relocating.. 04/08/2026

Heat claimed more than 2,000 lives across Spain in July aloneOfficial figures show last month was one of the deadliest months in recent years for heat-related mortality in Spain Spain's relentless summer heat has been linked to more than 2,000 deaths during July, making it one of the deadliest months in.. 03/08/2026

EU brings in new AI rules to make chatbots and artificially generated content easier to spotBusinesses in Spain and the rest of the EU will have to be more open when customers are interacting with AI instead of a real person Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, whether you're shopping online, searching the internet.. 03/08/2026

Ceuta migrant crisis: Around 100 feared dead as the city struggles to return to normalThe authorities have stepped up security as hundreds of migrants continue sleeping rough across the Spanish enclave   Basta con pisar la calle para comprobar que la normalidad de la que habla el Gobierno en Ceuta no existe. Por humanidad.. 03/08/2026

Spain weather forecast Aug 3-6: Temperatures climb back towards 40°C this weekThunderstorms will interrupt the sunshine in northern Spain before the heat intensifies again Weather outlook on Thursday August 6   Spain is heading into a typically hot August week, although the intense heatwave that dominated the end.. 03/08/2026

Scorching start, stormy finish? August could bring a dramatic weather change in SpainLong-range forecasts coming from Europe hint at a major change across Spain later in the month August is set to begin much as July ends, with blistering temperatures, tropical nights and little relief from the latest heatwave, the fourth so far of.. 31/07/2026

Fuel prices in Spain hit highest August levels since 2023Drivers across Spain are paying significantly more at the pumps as millions prepare to head off on their summer holidays Drivers filling up for the traditional August getaway are facing the highest fuel prices for this time of year since 2023, following.. 31/07/2026

At least 18 migrants dead after mass attempt to storm Spanish borderThousands attempted to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, overwhelming border controls and prompting an army deployment   🚨 ÚLTIMA HORA | Entrada masiva de nadadores por el espigón del Tarajal, en Ceuta. Lo.. 31/07/2026

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansionThe Alicante-based company says its success has come from doing the simple things well, delivering reliable service and building lasting relationships Reaching your first 300 clients is a milestone any business would be proud of, but for Alicante-.. 30/07/2026

Fancy owning your own Spanish village? This one is up for grabs in northern SpainWith houses, a chapel, a village shop and acres of land included, it's a property listing unlike any other in Spain If you've ever dreamed of escaping to the Spanish countryside, this property listing might just take things a little further.. 30/07/2026

Scientists in Spain join mission to protect Galápagos and Amazon wildlifeValencia researchers will share their expertise to help safeguard endangered species in two of the planet's most unique ecosystems Spain is playing a key role in an ambitious international project to help protect some of the world's most iconic.. 30/07/2026

New EU rules could save you hundreds on broken phones and other gadgetsManufacturers throughout Spain will have to offer repairs for many devices even after the warranty has expired Throwing away a faulty phone or replacing a washing machine simply because it's out of warranty is about to become a thing of the past.. 30/07/2026