Mobility

What happens when the ITV (Spanish vehicle inspection) has expired? Fines, insurance coverage problems, vehicle immobilisation and how to get a new ITV appointment quickly.

Complete guide to buying a car in Mallorca: new vs. used cars, negotiating, inspection, ITV check, Transferencia and insurance. Everything you need to know.

How to re-register your German car in Mallorca: ITV inspection, registration tax, DGT application, Spanish number plate and deregistration in Germany. Complete guide with costs, deadlines and practical tips.

Residents on Mallorca with non-Spanish licences eventually need to exchange or sit the Spanish driving test. EU/EEA licences can be exchanged at the DGT; UK holders may exchange under a bilateral agreement (verify current status); US, Canadian and Australian drivers without a bilateral agreement must take the full Spanish test. This guide walks through every route, the documents needed, the costs and how to tackle the autoescuela if you need it.

How electric mobility is developing in Mallorca, where the charging points are, which subsidies apply and whether an electric car really works for day-to-day life on the island.

All ferry connections from Mallorca to the Spanish mainland and France: routes, shipping lines, journey times, prices and practical tips for the crossing.

A complete guide to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI): terminals, security, lounges, getting there, parking, and practical tips for a stress-free departure or return journey.

All parking options at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) compared: official AENA car parks, Park & Fly, LowCostParking and more, with current prices, shuttle services, and booking tips.

If you bring a foreign-registered car to Mallorca, the rules depend on whether you are visiting or resident. Tourists have up to six months; once you become a Spanish resident you must re-register within 30 days or face fines, retroactive tax and possible impoundment. This guide explains the timeline, the process for EU and non-EU vehicles, and when it simply makes more sense to buy locally.

Everything about the ITV (Inspeccion Tecnica de Vehiculos) in Mallorca: deadlines, the process, costs, common failure points, and how to prepare. Plus: how to book appointments and what happens if you fail.

Everything about Spanish car insurance: Seguro obligatorio, partial cover, comprehensive cover, transferring your no-claims bonus, the best providers, and how much it costs. Plus: what to look out for when choosing a policy.

Everything you need to know about renting a car on Mallorca: where to book, what to watch out for with insurance and fuel policies, and how to avoid hidden charges.

Everything about public transport on Mallorca: TIB intercity buses, EMT city buses in Palma, the metro, train connections, the Tren de Soller and the best money-saving tips with the Tarjeta Intermodal.

A practical guide to moving your possessions and car to Mallorca from the UK, US, or anywhere else in Europe. Covers removal options, the ferry leg, EU transfer-of-residence customs relief, required documents, car import vs. car buying, and what you cannot bring.

Taxi or VTC on Mallorca? We show you the fixed fares at the airport, which apps work (Cabify, Bolt), when Uber is actually available and how to file a complaint.

The most important traffic rules in Spain that differ from Germany: speed limits, fines, roundabouts, parking and what you must carry in your car.