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Alcohol at the wheel in Palma: Almost four per mille — what does that say about our streets?

Older Drivers and Night-Time Road Safety in Mallorca

Older age, night driving, and alcohol can combine into a serious road-safety risk on Mallorca’s streets.

Published: April 23, 2026
Alcohol at the wheel in Palma: Almost four per mille — what does that say about our streets?

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Can older drivers in Mallorca be a higher road-safety risk at night?

Older drivers in Mallorca are not automatically unsafe, but age can bring slower reactions, poorer night vision, and the effects of medication, all of which matter more at night. Alcohol can add to those risks and make driving much more dangerous. That is why road safety discussions often need to include age as well as alcohol.

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