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Viper Regular Visitor
Joined: Aug 30, 2004 Posts: 69
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Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:09 am Post subject: Using a GPS device in Spain |
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I have just read somewhere that it is unlawful to use a distracting device in Spain such as a GPS whilst driving? |
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Tim Buxton Pocket GPS Moderator
Joined: 14/09/2002 20:56:18 Posts: 5231 Location: Surrey, United Kingdom
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Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:33 am Post subject: |
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I didn't notice any of the times I had my Garmin GPS V in the map pocket of my motorbike when I was there last year and the year before. Thanks for the tip, though. _________________ Tim |
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Viper Regular Visitor
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Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:44 am Post subject: |
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Read this link about 3/4 down the page under "New regulations"
http://www.idealspain.com/Pages/Information/DrivingSpain.htm
I have been searching the net I hope it's one of those laws like in the UK where you are allowed to use these devices as long as they are hands free! |
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Dave Frequent Visitor
Joined: Sep 10, 2003 Posts: 6460 Location: UK
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Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 2:01 pm Post subject: |
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This is something that California tried to introduce. In a way it's a good thing, GPS's do distract from driving if you are constantly fiddling with them. Not sure whether it's illegal to use them or not though in Spain. |
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Viper Regular Visitor
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Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 4:16 pm Post subject: |
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I just hope they don't try to introduce it here else it will be for good!
However I would still be really gratful if anyone could let me know any more details regarding driving with a GPS in spain. I am travelling next week and I am quite nerveous about driving abroad as it is.
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