CarsRegenerative braking: what energy it recovers and how it works
What energy regenerative braking transforms, how it is stored in the battery, and what the examples from Porsche and Dacia show.
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Cars
CarsEuro Level and DGT Badge: Which Documents to Consult
We explain what the conformity certificate proves, when the DGT requires a manufacturer’s certificate for Euro level annotation, and why the environmental badge differs from the Euro level.
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CarsSeries, parallel or power-split hybrid: what changes under the bonnet
Not all hybrids transmit power in the same way. We explain the differences between series, parallel and power-split systems, and how they differ from mild, full and plug-in hybrids.
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CarsLoaded car and consumption: weight, luggage and trip aerodynamics
Weight, roof racks, roof boxes, bike carriers and trailers do not affect consumption in the same way. We explain what to check to travel safely when fully loaded, without drawing hasty conclusions from a single route.
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CarsUsed car mileage: how to check it is consistent before buying
Learn how to compare a used car’s mileage against the DGT report, ITV records, Spanish circulation permit and maintenance history before completing the purchase.
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CarsWLTP car consumption: how to compare figures without drawing the wrong conclusions
A guide to understanding which WLTP figure to compare, how to interpret a range, and which version details can change official consumption and emissions.
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CarsCar for high-mileage motorway driving: what to choose and check before buying
The right car for frequent motorway travel is chosen by matching your real routes with comfort, WLTP consumption, range, capacity, driver aids and ownership costs. This guide provides a method for comparing new and used cars without relying solely on the engine badge.
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CarsLane departure warning, lane keeping or lane centring: what each assistant does
Not all lane-assistance systems do the same thing. Learn to distinguish warnings, corrections and centring, their limitations and what to check before buying.
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BoatingMotorboat, RIB or cruiser: how to choose a boat
Choosing between a motorboat, RIB and cruiser depends less on the brand than on your trips, passengers, nights aboard, berth and the documented limits of each specific boat.
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CarsDashcams in Spain: what you can record and when to use the footage
Installing a dashcam does not make every recording conclusive evidence or allow it to be shared without limits. These are the precautions for recording, storing, submitting and publishing footage in Spain.
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CarsWhich engine oil does your car need? How to check viscosity and approval
The 5W-30 on the container is not enough to choose an oil. Learn how to find the viscosity and, above all, the specification or approval required by your car's manufacturer.
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MotorcyclesMotorcycle environmental sticker in Spain: how to find out which one applies and what to check before buying
A motorcycle’s environmental classification depends on the data recorded by the DGT. Learn how to check it by registration number, validate a used bike’s documents and avoid confusing the sticker with LEZ rules.
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