CarsWhat to ask a seller before viewing a used car
The information and documents worth requesting before a viewing, how to check them against the DGT, and when to rule out a used car.
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CarsUsed car rights: consumer buyer vs trader or private seller
Before paying a deposit, identify who is actually selling the vehicle. Time limits, the presumption about the origin of a defect and how to make a claim differ depending on whether the seller is a professional or a private individual.
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CarsHow to find out if a car has an outstanding recall in Spain
Before buying a used car registered in Spain, check for outstanding recalls using the VIN and review the DGT vehicle report.
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CarsWill It Fit in Your Garage? A Guide to Choosing a Car for Your Parking Space
Measure the usable space, obstacles and access route, then compare them with the full dimensions and real manoeuvre of the car you want to buy.
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CarsSelling or buying a connected car: data and accounts to check
A guide to checking profiles, phones, connected services and digital ownership when a modern car changes hands, without assuming that a reset deletes everything.
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CarsCar insurance in Spain: how to compare cover, excesses and exclusions before buying
Commercial labels can provide guidance, but the contents of each policy are what matter. This guide brings together the questions and documents worth reviewing before taking out or renewing car insurance.
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CarsHow to read your car's maintenance schedule
A guide to finding the right schedule, understanding time, mileage and usage intervals, and checking a service or the history of a used car.
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CarsCar parked for several weeks: how to care for the low-voltage battery and when to consult the manual
Leaving a car parked for several weeks means keeping an eye on the low-voltage battery. We explain what can drain it, what to check before you leave and why the manual should guide any intervention.
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MotorcyclesWhich scooter should you choose for commuting: 125, high-wheel or GT?
A practical guide to ruling out the scooter that is least suited to your daily route and comparing compact, high-wheel and GT models using licence, dimensions, mass, wheels, load and parking data.
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Agricultural & industrialROMA Register: which agricultural machinery must be registered and how to prepare the application
A guide to identifying which machinery must be registered with ROMA, preparing the documents and reviewing a transfer or deregistration of agricultural equipment.
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DronesProfessional inspection drones: regulations and checks before using them
Before hiring or buying professional inspection drones, it is worth separating three areas: what EASA/AESA regulations allow, which documents the operator must provide and what technical deliverable is actually needed.
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AviationHow to Obtain a PPL(A) Licence in Spain: Requirements, Training, Exams and Limitations
The PPL(A) allows you to fly aeroplanes privately in non-commercial operations, but requires regulated training, a medical certificate, examinations and valid ratings. This guide sets out what to check before choosing a school in Spain.
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