In 2024, 1,040 accidents were recorded on Spanish roads, in addition to minor collisions and other driving problems. The causes of these accidents include speeding, adverse weather conditions and substance abuse, but also distraction and stressful situations that can be mitigated by improving infrastructure design, technologies to assist drivers and road safety policies. A study in which the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) took part analyzes how visual elements influence drivers' stress levels, and identifies factors that negatively affect the driving experience. Its findings pave the way for the development of smart driving assistants and the planning of city streets with fewer stress triggers. ...