Motorcyclist Dies Two Days After Serious Crash in Funchal
A motorcyclist critically injured in a crash on Funchal’s Caminho dos Pretos has died after spending two days in intensive care.
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Transport in Madeira: Key Stats for the First Quarter of 2025
8% more cable car revenue, 16.5% more cruise passengers, and a 10% rise in road accidents — here are the latest transport stats from Madeira’s busy first quarter of 2025.
Porto Moniz Opens New Parking Area for 135 Cars
A new privately funded parking lot has opened in central Porto Moniz, adding 135 parking spaces.
Authorities Argue That CCTV is Needed to Pursue Pranksters
A revealing case of how city officials use a major public inconvenience to push for putting Funchal under constant video surveillance - counting on public frustration to justify more cameras.
Cyclist Dies After Road Accident in Funchal
A 30-year-old cyclist has tragically died from injuries sustained in a road accident in Funchal yesterday, marking the fourth fatal traffic incident on Madeira's roads in 2025.
Portugal Debates Lowering Blood Alcohol Limit for Drivers to 0.02%
Portugal debates lowering the blood alcohol limit for all drivers to 0.02%, as one in every four drivers killed in road accidents had a blood alcohol level of 0.5 g/l or higher. Will this measure prevent people from drinking and driving?
Police Increase Speeding Inspections to Cut Accidents
Speeding in Madeira? You might want to take your foot off the gas - not just because the police currently have their eyes and radars on you.
Strong Winds Drag Motorbikes at Forum Madeira
Extreme winds hit Funchal today, causing disruptions, toppling motorcycles, and forcing traffic to halt. Authorities issued warnings as Storm Martinho intensified.
Final Section of Madeira's Via Rápida Approved 31 Years Ago
31 years ago, in 1994, Madeira approved the final phase of Via Rápida (VR1), enhancing transportation with a 3.4 km stretch connecting Campanário to Ribeira Brava, including tunnels, viaducts, and bridges.
PS Pushes for Metro Between Funchal and Caniço
Paulo Cafôfo calls for a metro connecting Funchal and Caniço. He argues it would provide faster, affordable, and eco-friendly transportation, improving the quality of life on the island.
Government Approves New Mobility Allowance Model
The changes to the mobility subsidy, which has been in place since 2015, have been approved. These adjustments will reduce travel costs for Madeira residents traveling to the mainland.
