MotorcyclesUsed electric motorcycle: what to check on battery, charging and warranty
A guide to verifying the identity, history, warranty and charging system of a used electric motorcycle before completing the purchase in Spain.
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CarsConnected V-16 beacon: how to check whether it is valid in Spain
The word “connected” in an advert is not enough. This guide explains which V-16 beacon is legal from 2026, how to check the model with the DGT and what to inspect before you pay.
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CarsDashcams in Spain: what you can record and when to use the footage
Installing a dashcam does not make every recording conclusive evidence or allow it to be shared without limits. These are the precautions for recording, storing, submitting and publishing footage in Spain.
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MotorcyclesScooter drive belt: when to inspect or replace it according to the manual
There is no universal interval for a scooter drive belt. Find out where to check it, how to interpret the service history and what to request before buying a used scooter.
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CarsWhich engine oil does your car need? How to check viscosity and approval
The 5W-30 on the container is not enough to choose an oil. Learn how to find the viscosity and, above all, the specification or approval required by your car's manufacturer.
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Light mobilityMandatory Electric Scooter Insurance in Spain: Who It Applies To and What to Check Before Taking Out Cover
The insurance requirement is already in force for light personal vehicles covered by Law 5/2025. This guide explains how to identify the vehicle, register a personal mobility vehicle, review third-party liability cover and avoid confusing it with the certificate of circulation.
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CarsConventional, sport, adaptive or air suspension: which suits your use?
A guide to comparing conventional, sport, adaptive and air suspension according to your routes, load, desired comfort and vehicle documentation.
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CarsUsed electric car: documents to check the battery and warranty
A guide to requesting, reading and cross-checking the documents that help reduce uncertainty about the traction battery of a used electric car in Spain.
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MotorcyclesMotorcycle environmental sticker in Spain: how to find out which one applies and what to check before buying
A motorcycle’s environmental classification depends on the data recorded by the DGT. Learn how to check it by registration number, validate a used bike’s documents and avoid confusing the sticker with LEZ rules.
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CarsProfessional inspection before buying a used car: when it is worth it and what to request in the report
An independent used-car inspection is not a complete guarantee. This guide explains when it is worthwhile, what scope to request and how to turn the report into a buying decision.
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CarsFront-wheel drive or all-wheel drive: what changes and which suits your use best
All-wheel drive does not replace suitable tyres. Compare front-wheel-drive and AWD versions based on your journeys, snow conditions and used-car checks.
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MotorcyclesConventional vs cornering ABS on motorcycles: differences, limits and what to check before buying
Having ABS does not mean that two motorcycles brake with the same functions. We explain what lean-sensitive management adds, its limits and how to verify the actual equipment on a new or used bike.
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