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Created by Lucas Luís at Monday, 23 February 2026
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Created by Lucas Luís at Friday, 20 February 2026
Between February 21 and March 8, 2026, visiting Cidade do Automóvel can truly make a difference in the final price of your next car. The new “Entrou, Poupou!” campaign guarantees direct discounts between €250 and €2,500, awarded through a prize wheel available to all visitors.Yes, you read that righ...
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IUC 2027: what is actually changing?
Created by Lucas Luís at Friday, 20 February 2026
Payment of the Single Circulation Tax (IUC) will undergo important changes starting in 2027. The Government’s proposal was approved in general terms by the Assembly of the Republic and promises to simplify the process, reduce the number of fines for late payment, and ease the financial burden on fam...
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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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Imported used cars break records. Find out ACAP’s plan to reform the automotive market
Created by Lucas Luís at Thursday, 12 February 2026
The Portuguese automotive market has once again been at the center of debate. In 2025, 120,787 used vehicles were imported, a new all-time record. This number represents 53.7% of the total new cars registered in Portugal, a figure that is raising concern within the sector.But the most worrying data...
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Created by Lucas Luís at Tuesday, 10 February 2026
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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....
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Storm Kristin: essential contacts for those affected
Created by Lucas Luís at Monday, 2 February 2026
The passage of Storm Kristin through Portugal left a significant trail of destruction across the country, with particular impact on the districts of Leiria, Coimbra, Santarém, and Lisbon. Very strong winds, heavy rain, and falling trees and structures caused damage to homes, vehicles, roads, and inf...
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Is it possible to charge an electric car with a generator?
Created by Lucas Luís at Monday, 2 February 2026
The passage of Storm Kristin through Portugal left a trail of heavy rain, strong winds, flooding, and, in many areas, prolonged power outages (which, at the time of writing this article, are still affecting hundreds of homes). For those who rely on their car on a daily basis—whether for work, to sup...
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