Car guides for drivers
Practical information about ITP, RCA, Rovinieta, maintenance and buying a car — explained simply, without technical jargon.
ITP, RCA and Rovinieta
How much does ITP cost in 2026?
Indicative prices by vehicle category and what influences the fee.
What documents do you need for ITP?
The full list of required documents, including special cases.
Expired ITP: what fine do you risk?
The penalties for an expired ITP and how to avoid it completely.
How to check your Rovinieta online
Check by license plate number, periods and indicative prices.
How to check your ITP online
Check by license plate number, the official RAR source and an expiry alert.
How to check your RCA online
Check by license plate number, the official source and an expiry alert.
Maintenance and service
When to change the oil, filters and timing belt?
Table with indicative intervals per component: oil, filters, timing belt, spark plugs.
What's included in a car service?
The difference between a minor and a major service, what operations they include and how often they're done.
When do you change the brake pads and discs?
Indicative intervals and signs of wear — squeaking, vibrations, weak braking.
When do you change your tires?
Legal minimum tread depth, maximum age, the 7°C rule for winter, and signs of wear.
Buying and choosing a car
What do you check on a used car?
Full checklist: documents, ITP/RCA/VIN online, physical inspection and test drive.
Diesel, petrol, LPG or electric — what do you choose?
Full comparison on cost/km, maintenance and who each fuel type is worth it for.
How much does your car cost you per month?
Fuel, RCA, ITP, Rovinieta and maintenance — an indicative monthly budget example.