New Vehicle Regulations Proposed for Majorca Amidst Tourist Influx
UK tourists heading to Majorca face new law as local government says 'too many cars'

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UK tourists visiting Majorca may soon face new vehicle regulations as local authorities address the issue of excessive cars on the island. With an estimated 122,397 cars exceeding capacity, new laws will limit hire cars and exempt vehicles from tax, aiming for implementation by early next year.
- 01Majorca has approximately 122,397 more cars than its capacity allows.
- 02The island attracts over 13 million tourists annually, resulting in a peak of 125,000 hire cars.
- 03New regulations to limit hire cars and cap tax exemptions were approved by the Council of Majorca.
- 04A traffic load study will be conducted to determine vehicle limits for 2027.
- 05The law is expected to be finalized between December and February, with no immediate impact on the current summer season.
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Authorities in Majorca are responding to the growing number of vehicles on the island, stating that it exceeds its capacity by about 122,397 cars. This influx is partly due to the annual arrival of over 13 million tourists, many of whom either drive their own vehicles or rent cars. In reaction, the Council of Majorca has approved new regulations aimed at capping the number of hire cars and limiting vehicles exempt from the Balearic Islands vehicle tax. The law is set to be submitted to the Balearic Parliament for review, with a potential approval timeframe between December and February. A traffic load study will be conducted to assess the appropriate vehicle limit for 2027, using data from the past two years. This study aims to provide a clearer understanding of traffic conditions, as the island can support a maximum of 863,061 cars, while current figures indicate a significant excess. The implementation of these regulations is unlikely to affect the current tourist season, allowing authorities to gather more data before finalizing the limits.
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The new regulations aim to alleviate traffic congestion caused by tourists and improve local transport conditions.
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