Articles tagged
road
Learning to drive with a tutor? New law brings changes
Created by Cynthia Batista at Friday, 29 May 2026
The President of the Republic has officially signed into law the new legislation that allows driving licence candidates to learn how to drive with a tutor, as an alternative to part of the traditional practical lessons at driving schools. The measure is part of the new revision of the Legal Framewor...
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Who invented the seat belt? Discover about its history
Created by Cynthia Batista at Monday, 1 June 2026
Today, putting on a seat belt is an automatic habit for most drivers and passengers. However, for much of automotive history, cars were driven with almost no effective safety systems at all. The evolution of the seat belt completely transformed road safety and became one of the inventions that has s...
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Is your car overheating? Learn the key warning signs now
Created by Cynthia Batista at Tuesday, 26 May 2026
An overheating engine is not just an annoying problem. In more serious situations, ignoring the warning signs can lead to extremely expensive damage and may even increase the risk of a vehicle fire. Although many drivers continue driving “just a few more kilometers”, experts warn that reacting quick...
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Your car caught fire? Here’s what you should do immediately
Created by Cynthia Batista at Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Seeing smoke coming from the hood or smelling something burning while driving is one of the biggest fears for any driver. Although it is not very common, vehicle fires can happen in both combustion and electric cars and knowing how to react in the first few seconds can make all the difference. The a...
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Your car’s speedometer does not display your actual speed
Created by Cynthia Batista at Monday, 18 May 2026
If you’ve ever noticed that your GPS shows a different speed from the one displayed on your car’s dashboard, don’t worry — it’s completely normal. In fact, most vehicle speedometers are intentionally designed not to display the exact real speed. As strange as it may sound, this small difference exis...
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Highway Code could change: ACP proposes stricter road rules in Portugal
Created by Cynthia Batista at Friday, 15 May 2026
The Automóvel Club de Portugal has presented the Government with a set of proposals that could bring profound changes to the Highway Code as early as 2026. The aim is to reduce road accidents, strengthen safety on the roads, and adapt the legislation to the new realities of modern mobility. Among th...
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A stone hit your windshield? Here’s what to do
Created by Cynthia Batista at Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Getting hit by a stone on the windscreen while driving is a more common situation than it may seem and, despite the initial scare, it does not always mean a major expense. The most important thing is to stay calm and act quickly, because a small mark can turn into a significant crack in a short time...
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Portugal plans more cameras to monitor average driving speed
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Thursday, 26 March 2026
Portugal is preparing to reinforce speed control on its roads with the installation of 12 new average speed cameras. The measure, announced by the Government, is part of a broader road safety strategy aimed at reducing accidents and encouraging safer driving behaviour. At this stage, the National Ro...
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New reason to fail the inspection
Created by Lucas Luís at Friday, 20 February 2026
From March 1 onward, there is a new reason that may cause your car to fail the mandatory periodic inspection, and many drivers may not even be aware of it. If your vehicle has a pending recall and has not been taken to the workshop for correction, it will automatically fail at the Vehicle Inspection...
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