Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT)

The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) is the Spanish traffic authority responsible for regulating and promoting road safety. Recent news highlights their ongoing efforts in several key areas. A study revealed that a significant proportion of motorcycle accidents resulting in injuries are caused by other vehicles, emphasizing the vulnerability of motorcyclists. In response, the DGT launched a new public awareness campaign targeting pedestrians' distracted use of mobile phones while crossing streets, aiming to reduce accidents caused by inattention. Furthermore, discussions are underway regarding potential changes to regulations concerning children in vehicles, specifically a proposal to allow children to sit in the front passenger seat under certain circumstances when only one adult is present. These activities underscore the DGT's continued commitment to improving road safety for all users through education, regulation, and adapting to evolving traffic patterns and technologies.