Nearly 10% of vehicles in the Canary Islands lack a valid ITV (MOT)Share On:
The Canary Islands, known for having one of the highest vehicle-to-population ratios in Spain, are facing a significant issue with vehicle inspections. With more than 800 automobiles per 1,000 inhabitants, the region had 1,845,111 vehicles on the roads in 2023, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles, according to data from the Canary Islands Institute of Statistics.

Out of this substantial number, 146,587 vehicl

Nearly 990 migrants have arrived in the Canary Islands in the last two days Thursday/Friday
Migrant boat in Fuerteventura
Between yesterday and today, nearly 990 people have arrived on the Canary Islands coast in a total of 17 boats, taking as a reference the information provided by 112 .

110 people have been treated this morning in Fuerteventura. The rescue team received a notification of the location of two boats that were taken to the dock in Puerto del Rosario, where they arrived at app

Just a reminder that on the 1st January 2026 it will become mandatory for all vehicles to carry the new V-16 Emergency Light (a beacon that is placed on top of the car and flashes if you have broken down. The new model contains a SIM card and can alert the transport authorities to your location.

They are available in many places but prices have increased as the deadline draws near. Currently around 40 euros.

Tom.