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Throughout the last decades, traffic has been increasing steadily in Madeira. Stay up-to-date on the latest road incidents. Get breaking news on traffic jams, rental cars, road closures, and incidents regarding public transportation.
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Porto Moniz Talks About Free Transport for Residents

Porto Moniz Talks About Free Transport for Residents

There are discussions in Porto Moniz about offering free transport to help elderly residents and workers move around the municipality

Man Dies in Car Accident on VR1

Man Dies in Car Accident on VR1

A man was trapped and fatally injured in a BMW convertible accident on the VR1 near Câmara de Lobos. He sustained severe head injuries and died at the scene.

Madeira TVDE Law Declared Unconstitutional

Madeira TVDE Law Declared Unconstitutional

The Representative of the Republic for Madeira blocked a regional law on ride-hailing services, stating the government exceeded its powers by trying to stop issuing new operator and driver licenses.

Horários do Funchal Sets Final Deadline for Old Tickets

Horários do Funchal Sets Final Deadline for Old Tickets

Horários do Funchal has set a final deadline for loading and using old pre-purchased urban travel tickets, allowing passengers to use HF passes.

Traffic Chaos: Madeira’s West Coast Choked With Cars

Traffic Chaos: Madeira’s West Coast Choked With Cars

Extreme traffic and long delays are plaguing Western Madeira, where commuters faced hours of congestion again this morning.

Uber, Bolt? Madeira Wants to Suspend New TVDE Licenses

Uber, Bolt? Madeira Wants to Suspend New TVDE Licenses

Madeira’s government wants to pause new TVDE licenses until December 31. Officials say it ensures balance, though the TVDE Association and platforms disagree.

Madeira Traffic Statistics: It’s Going Up!

Madeira Traffic Statistics: It’s Going Up!

The latest traffic statistics show a steady rise in Madeira’s vehicle flow, alongside growing fuel consumption - even as electric vehicle numbers continue to climb.

Passenger Traffic at Madeira Airports Rises 15.1% in June

Passenger Traffic at Madeira Airports Rises 15.1% in June

Madeira airports recorded a combined 15.1% increase in passenger traffic over the past 12 months, including a 20.9% rise in international travel.

Madeira Rally 2025 Begins Its 66th Edition

Madeira Rally 2025 Begins Its 66th Edition

Rali da Madeira returns and runs until August 2. Here is the detailed guide to stages, top competitors, and what’s new in 2025.

PS Wants Traffic Limits for Rent-a-Car Vehicles in Funchal

PS Wants Traffic Limits for Rent-a-Car Vehicles in Funchal

The PS calls for restrictions on rental cars and the creation of peripheral parking areas to reduce congestion in the city’s central streets.

Two Sisters Died in a Road Accident Last Week

Two Sisters Died in a Road Accident Last Week

Two elderly sisters died after their car crashed in Calheta. The accident was one of 62 road incidents reported in Madeira this past week.