Car rental with ZERO label in Malaga
If you are going to rent a car in Spain, it is essential that you pay attention to the environmental sticker from the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT). This sticker indicates the level of emissions of the vehicle and determines where you can drive in many cities that have implemented Low Emission Zones (ZBE).
At autos Flores we help you reserve your car from Malaga Airport or from the Renfe train station.
1. What is the environmental sticker and why is it important?
The DGT stickers classify vehicles according to their polluting emissions. Since 2023, all cities with more than 50,000 inhabitants are required to establish ZBE, which means that only certain vehicles can access certain areas.
The most common stickers are:
- Zero emissions (Blue): Electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Unrestricted access. Check our vehicles with this option.
- ECO (Blue and green): Non-plug-in hybrids and gas. Access with minimal restrictions.
- C (Green): Gasoline (registered since 2006) and diesel (since 2014). They can circulate with some limitations.
- B (Yellow): Gasoline (2001-2005) and diesel (2006-2013). Restricted in many ZBE.
- Without sticker: They cannot circulate in most restricted urban areas. Be very careful when renting cars without a STICKER!!
2. How do you know what sticker your rental car has?
Before renting, always ask the company what sticker the vehicle has. If they don’t tell you, check the windshield of the car where it should be placed. You can also verify it by entering the license plate on the DGT website.
Tip: Opt for cars with a ZERO or ECO sticker if you plan to move around large cities such as Seville or Malaga.
These cars also have better consumption and therefore will be more economical for you.
3. Where do traffic restrictions affect?
Main cities with Low Emission Zones (LEZ) include:
Seville, Malaga and other cities: They are implementing progressive restrictions.
Fines: Driving without the appropriate sticker can cost you up to €200.
4. Tips for renting a car without problems
✅ Choose ECO or ZERO cars to avoid restrictions.
✅ Check the sticker before renting to find out where you can drive.
✅ Check the rules of the city you are traveling to (each municipality has its own rules).
✅ Avoid fines: If you cannot enter a LEZ, leave the car in a parking lot and use public transportation.
If you rent a car in Spain, it is essential that you check the emissions sticker to make sure you can drive without problems. Find out before traveling to avoid fines and better plan your route.