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Tachographs expand to more vehicles: see who is affected
Created by Cynthia Batista at Wednesday, 1 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, new European regulations will come into force requiring thousands of light commercial vehicles to use a second-generation smart tachograph.The measure is part of the European Union’s Mobility Package and will apply to goods vehicles weighing between 2.5 and 3.5 tonnes that carry ou...
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Autonomous driving arrives on Portuguese roads under new law
Created by Cynthia Batista at Monday, 15 June 2026
Portugal has taken an important step towards the future of mobility. From July 2026, it will be possible to carry out tests of vehicles equipped with autonomous driving systems on Portuguese roads, thanks to new legislation approved by the Government.The measure aims to create a legal framework that...
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Portugal approves new IUC dates: what changes for drivers
Created by Lucas Luís at Thursday, 23 April 2026
The IUC rules are indeed going to change in Portugal, but the change will not be immediate. For now, in 2026, everything remains as it is. Payment will still be due in the month of the vehicle’s registration. The big news is that Parliament has already approved a new model, which provides for a fixe...
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New rules for vehicle modification
Created by Lucas Luís at Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Transforming a vehicle in Portugal has just become simpler, clearer, and more predictable. The Government has approved a new legal framework that standardizes the rules applicable to vehicle modifications, putting an end to a process that, for years, was marked by excessive bureaucracy, scattered re...
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It will be possible to learn to drive with your parents
Created by Lucas Luís at Friday, 23 January 2026
Getting a driving licence in Portugal is about to change. The Government has approved a new framework that allows candidates for a category B driving licence to learn how to drive with a tutor, as an alternative to the mandatory practical lessons at driving schools. In practice, it will now be possi...
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The end of combustion engines may be postponed after all
Created by Lucas Luís at Friday, 5 December 2025
The debate on the future of internal combustion engines has returned to the centre of the European stage. After months of pressure from manufacturers and several Member States, the European Union is now considering revising the timeline that planned to end the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from...
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Are you buying or selling a classic car? Find what changes
Created by Lucas Luís at Thursday, 24 July 2025
A new legislative proposal from the European Union promises to significantly change the used car market. At stake is the new European End-of-Life Vehicles (ELV) Regulation, currently under analysis and negotiation between the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.The main goal of...
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