Portugal has drastically tightened the legal situation surrounding dashcams and now joins a number of countries that completely prohibit the use of such devices. Together with Austria, Luxembourg and Switzerland, there is now a de facto or legal total ban on dashcams. For tourists, this means that anyone driving with a camera on their windshield risks severe penalties - sometimes for the mere possession of such a device.
From January 1, 2026, a far-reaching innovation in the field of road safety will come into force in Spain: the classic warning triangle will no longer be used on freeways and dual carriageways. Instead, the so-called V16 warning light will become mandatory. The Spanish traffic authority Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) is thus pursuing the goal of significantly increasing safety in the event of breakdowns or accidents - especially under difficult visibility conditions or in heavy traffic.
The town of Göppingen(Germany) has made a controversial decision: Massive concrete barriers have been erected on the Aasrücken, a popular excursion route for motorcyclists and sports car enthusiasts. The aim of this measure is to protect residents in the surrounding districts such as Hohenstaufen, Maitis, Lenglingen and Ottenbach from persistent engine noise and dangerous driving maneuvers. However, the measure is dividing the public - there is intense debate about it on social networks in particular.
Since May 1st, a new traffic regulation has been in force on the popular Sudelfeldstraße, which has caused a lot of discussion among motorcyclists. In an attempt to curb “speeders” and uncontrolled driving maneuvers, motorcycles are not allowed on the road towards Bayrischzell between 11 am and 9 pm. The measure is having an effect (fewer bikers) - but not without side effects: Frustration, confusion and discussions accompany its implementation.
Since May 1, 2025, motorcycles have been banned from driving on the winding L 1152 country road in southern Thuringia - at least at weekends and on public holidays. The measure affects the section between Jagdshof in the district of Sonneberg (Thuringia) and Schauberg in the district of Kronach (Bavaria / Germany). According to official information, the reason for the ban is an increase in accidents, but there have also been massive complaints from local residents.
The European Union has decided on a comprehensive reform of driving license law - with far-reaching consequences for millions of people. The focus is on digitalization, Europe-wide standardization and a significantly stricter set of rules for novice drivers. Motorcyclists in particular are likely to find some of the changes serious. Implementation into national law should take place by 2029 at the latest, but many changes could take effect earlier.
The Sudelfeld closure becomes reality: a new traffic regulation comes into force on April 30th. Motorcycles will no longer be allowed to drive on the Sudelfeldstraße in the direction of Bayrischzell between 11 am and 9 pm. The opposite direction will remain open.
A pass road in the crossfire: the Sudelfeld is (partially) closed
Despite the continuous development of modern advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) in cars, current tests show that motorcycles still pose a challenge for these technologies. A recent report by the US Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveals serious weaknesses - particularly when it comes to detecting and avoiding rear-end collisions with motorcycles.
Since March 15, 2025, there has been a temporary ban on motorcycles on the K74 near Rinteln. Motorized two-wheelers are no longer allowed on the section between Westendorf and Bernsen from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. every day. The city justifies the move with excessive speeds and an increased number of accidents. Mopeds are exempt from the regulation.
The Nürburgring has announced extensive changes to the use of the legendary Nordschleife. From the 2025 season, motorcycles will no longer be able to take part in the regular tourist rides. The reason for this decision is the high risk of accidents caused by riding together with cars. Instead, exclusive dates and guided organized training sessions will be offered for motorcyclists.
Greece is planning a new regulation that will deny motorcyclists without helmets access to fuel. The law is part of a revised road traffic code and was introduced in response to the high number of accidents in the country. Particularly controversial: the regulation not only affects locals, but also tourists who are out and about on rented two-wheelers.
France is lifting the restrictions on lane filtering and, after years of testing, is now making this driving technique legal throughout the country. The corresponding decree was passed on January 9, 2025 and came into force the very next day. For motorcyclists and scooter riders throughout the country, this represents a significant step towards greater riding comfort in slow-moving traffic.
From January 1, 2025, stricter regulations against avoidable vehicle noise will come into force in Switzerland. Both car drivers and motorcyclists will have to be prepared for high fines if they cause unnecessary noise. The aim of these measures is to significantly reduce noise pollution in residential areas and on roads.
The introduction of so-called super speed cameras in France has triggered a controversial debate. These high-tech devices are designed not only to monitor speed, but also to automatically detect violations such as failure to wear a seatbelt, the ban on using a cell phone at the wheel and insufficient safety distance. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI), these systems promise to monitor road traffic more efficiently - but they have also been met with fierce criticism.
A shocking incident occurred in Rawang, Selangor, Malaysia, when a drunk driver dragged a motorcycle with his vehicle for a distance of about 500 meters. The incident caused horror among other road users who tried to get the driver to stop.
There are currently an increasing number of articles stating that motorcycles in China have to be scrapped once they are 13 years old or have covered 120,000 km. This is causing a lot of discussion. But is this really the case? Let's take a closer look
The European Union is facing a major shift in its transport policy aimed at tackling reckless driving across all European borders. In a recent vote, the European Parliament voted in favor of an initiative to ensure that driving bans imposed in one member state are recognized across the EU.
The world of driving licenses could see a transformation in the near future. The EU Commission presented a draft EU driving license directive in March 2023. This gives an insight into the direction the EU would like to take, but does not necessarily show the final picture. Especially since it resulted in an extremely large number of proposals for further changes, some of which are highly controversial.
Two cases of dangerous tampering with motorcycles have been reported in Emden (Germany), where unknown perpetrators attached padlocks to the brake discs. Police are investigating and warning motorcyclists to check their vehicles thoroughly to detect possible acts of sabotage in time to avoid accidents.