# Portugal road safety initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/portugal-road-safety-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-08-05T15:17:39.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026 Portugal’s National Road Safety Authority launched the summer‑long “No excuses” campaign, warning drivers against fatigue, speeding, alcohol and mobile‑phone use through TV, radio, digital platforms and roadside advertising. The effort was bolstered by 311 partners and complemented by toll‑operator Ascendi’s third “Learn from those who know” campaign, which targets experienced drivers with billboards and is supported by the GNR and police.

A few days later, the GNR extended the safety push to the Vilar Formoso border, where it handed out defensive‑driving advice and safety pamphlets to returning emigrants. At the same time, local officials in Oliveira de Azeméis highlighted problems with newly built elevated crosswalks, calling for clearer markings and night‑time visibility to protect pedestrians while helping drivers anticipate the change in road surface.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-05: Portugal's GNR urges defensive driving while officials address crosswalk safety

Portugal's GNR advised defensive driving to returning emigrants at Vilar Formoso, while local officials in Oliveira de Azeméis address complaints over elevated crosswalks lacking clear signage.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/portugals-gnr-urges-defensive-driving-while-officials-address-crosswalk-safety

### 2026-07-31: Portugal launches national road safety campaign “No excuses”

Portugal’s ANSR launches a summer “No excuses” road‑safety campaign, while Ascendi rolls out its third “Learn from those who know” drive‑safe initiative, both targeting risky driver behaviour.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/portugal-launches-national-road-safety-campaign-no-excuses

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Cite as: Portugal road safety initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/portugal-road-safety-initiatives