Articles tagged
road
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 ab...
Read more
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 exist...
Read more
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 the...
Read more
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...
Read more
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 Roa...
Read more
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...
Read more
Tolls suspended after Storm Kristin
Created by Lucas Luís at Thursday, 5 February 2026
The consequences of Storm Kristin continue to be felt in several areas of the country and, in order to minimize the impacts on population mobility, the Government has moved forward with an exceptional measure: the suspension of toll payments on several motorways located in the most affected regions....
Read more
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...
Read more
Snow, ice and wind: how to prepare your car for Storm Ingrid
Created by Lucas Luís at Wednesday, 22 January 2025
The arrival of Storm Ingrid in mainland Portugal is bringing an unusual scenario for the country: snow at relatively low altitudes, negative temperatures at higher elevations, strong winds and significant maritime agitation. Beyond the impact on daily life, these weather conditions require extra cau...
Read more
