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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

End of Carnival Holidays: Backtrip Traffic Jam Looms

Traffic congestion is expected on Bavarian highways this weekend as the Carnival holidays conclude, primarily due to the return of travelers from various states.

Feb 20 • 09:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Report: This is why car repairs are so expensive – even a small dent can make a car worthless

A recent report by the German automobile club ADAC reveals that car maintenance expenses are significantly rising due to increasing technological complexity in vehicles.

Feb 19 • 04:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

It Doesn't Make Sense. A Collision at 35 km/h Poses a Greater Risk to Car Occupants Than at 50 km/h

A recent study shows that lower-speed impacts can be more dangerous than higher-speed collisions for car occupants, particularly for older individuals.

Feb 18 • 12:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

A Minor Accident Can Ruin the Owner: The Automobile Club Calculated Repair Costs for 21 Models

Repair costs for cars following minor accidents have significantly increased, as demonstrated by a detailed survey from the German ADAC club.

Feb 13 • 04:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Germans Stuck in Traffic for Over 54 Years – Traffic Buildup Reached Nearly One Million Kilometers

In 2025, Germans experienced record traffic jams totaling nearly one million kilometers, with particularly severe congestion in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Feb 12 • 15:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bavaria before the Carnival Holidays: ADAC warns of traffic jams on highways towards the Alps

ADAC warns that traffic jams are expected on Bavarian highways as winter sports enthusiasts head to the Alps for the Carnival holidays.

Feb 9 • 08:14 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Natural Disaster Damage, Renovations, ADAC: The 3 Most Important Climate News of the Week

This week’s key climate news includes the low insurance coverage for properties against natural disasters, the Sanierungsquote issue, and the resignation of an ADAC president due to climate protection demands.

Feb 6 • 15:31 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Resignation of the ADAC Traffic President: Shitstorm? Lick us at the exhaust!

The resignation of the ADAC Traffic President raises questions about why we cater to rude minorities and who stands against them.

Feb 6 • 07:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Balance of the ADAC: How long drivers were stuck in traffic in Germany in 2025

In 2025, traffic jams on German motorways accumulated to a length of 866,000 kilometers according to the ADAC, an increase of 7,000 kilometers from the previous year, with no relief in sight.

Feb 5 • 11:48 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Germans spent 478,000 hours in traffic jams last year

In 2025, drivers in Germany spent a total of 478,000 hours in traffic jams according to the ADAC traffic report, with congestion being longer and dissipating more slowly than the previous year.

Feb 5 • 08:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Traffic Report of ADAC: The Longest Traffic Jams in 2025 Were in Bavaria

In 2025, Bavaria experienced a significant rise in traffic jams, totaling 87,800 disruptions covering 145,622 kilometers, which marks an increase in both the number and duration of traffic jams compared to the previous year.

Feb 5 • 07:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

The ADAC Case: There is hardly any space for nuances in the discourse, which is disastrous

Gerhard Hillebrand resigned from the ADAC presidency after facing intense backlash over a misinterpreted comment about EU carbon taxes for drivers.

Feb 3 • 12:56 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Resignation of ADAC Chief: He Advocated for Climate Protection

The president of ADAC, Gerhard Hillebrand, resigned after his statements about promoting climate protection allegedly harmed the organization's reputation.

Feb 3 • 10:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Good news for hybrid car buyers: batteries retain their capacity for years

A comprehensive analysis by the German Automobile Club (ADAC) reveals that used plug-in hybrid car batteries demonstrate good durability in daily use, even over long distances.

Feb 2 • 23:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

The Strange Resignation at ADAC

The resignation of the traffic president at ADAC follows controversial remarks on rising gasoline prices, officially attributed to member departures, though deeper analysis suggests other issues are at play.

Feb 2 • 16:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Debate on Fuel Prices: ADAC Vice Becomes Victim of a Shitstorm

Gerhard Hillebrand, a vice president of ADAC, resigned due to backlash from controversial statements made in an interview, igniting national attention.

Feb 2 • 15:58 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

ADAC Traffic President Resigns: Commitment to Climate Protection Caused 'Reputation Damage'

ADAC's Traffic President Gerhard Hillebrand resigned following backlash from his support of a rising CO₂ price, leading to significant member resignations and complaints.

Feb 2 • 15:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

ADAC Resignation: You Can Rely on Angels

Gerhard Hillebrand, the president of ADAC traffic, has resigned, prompting discussions on lessons that can be learned from this in the context of politics.

Feb 2 • 15:17 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

After debate on higher fuel prices - ADAC president resigns

ADAC president Gerhard Hillebrand has resigned following controversies surrounding his comments in an interview regarding higher fuel prices.

Feb 2 • 11:47 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Interview with Consequences: ADAC Official Resigns Following Termination Wave

Gerhard Hillebrand has resigned from his position as traffic president of ADAC following a controversial interview that triggered a wave of resignations among club members.

Feb 2 • 11:10 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

After debate on higher fuel prices - ADAC president resigns

Gerhard Hillebrand, president of ADAC, has resigned following significant criticism of his comments regarding higher fuel prices, which sparked complaints and public discontent among the organization's 22 million members.

Feb 2 • 10:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Outrage in Germany: Supporting the Increase in Fossil Fuel Prices Angers Motorists

The vice president of Germany’s largest automobile club, ADAC, has sparked outrage for publicly advocating for higher fossil fuel prices to combat climate change, leading to a mass cancellation of memberships and accusations of betrayal from drivers.

Jan 14 • 04:40 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

ADAC recommends - "Time" your trips according to the snow plows

Amid heavy winter conditions causing traffic jams and accidents on German roads, ADAC spokesperson Katharina Luca advises motorists to align their travel with snow plow schedules.

Jan 9 • 10:38 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

It will damage it in no time: This is approximately the worst thing you can do to your car when there's a thick frost

The article discusses winter car care tips and highlights the debate between regularly washing vehicles versus preserving paint, featuring advice from the German Automobile Club (ADAC).

Jan 9 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Tips and Rules: What You Should Pay Attention to on Icy Roads

With severe snowfall and ice expected in Germany, recommendations are made for cautious travel by foot, bike, or car, including a shift to remote schooling and advice from ADAC to minimize car use.

Jan 8 • 12:50 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Tips and Rules: What You Should Pay Attention to in Icy Conditions

In Germany, due to expected snowfall and icy conditions, caution is advised for those needing to venture outside, with schools switching to remote learning and the ADAC recommending that cars remain parked.

Jan 8 • 11:46 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

What unusual things should be kept in the car to avoid freezing? Here are the tricks that save time before departure

As low temperatures, ice, and snow have arrived in Croatia, the article provides tips on how to avoid common issues with frozen cars, such as doors that wouldn't open and fogged windows.

Jan 5 • 18:03 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Rising CO₂ Price: Climate Protectors ADAC

The ADAC is criticized for supporting CO₂ pricing but is recognized for acknowledging the dangers of climate change.

Jan 4 • 19:05 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Fireworks, Merz, ADAC and Trump: Intellectual Fools Are Everywhere

The article discusses various societal issues, including the longing for celebration, the ADAC's challenges, and critiques on international law, through a dialogue with Friedrich Küppersbusch.

Jan 4 • 14:52 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

ADAC supports higher fuel prices - Angry members respond with resignations

The ADAC supports higher fuel prices due to the CO₂ tax to encourage the switch to electric cars, provoking resignations and criticism from many members.

Jan 3 • 07:42 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Irrational and stupid - that’s not what the ADAC is for"

The ADAC has advocated for an increase in fuel prices, causing outrage among many car owners and leading to a significant number of member resignations.

Jan 2 • 18:26 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Higher CO2 Price: Driving with Combustion Engines Becomes Significantly More Expensive at the Beginning of the Year

The price for causing climate-damaging emissions has increased at the start of the year, leading to a notable rise in fuel costs for combustion engine vehicles, which the ADAC controversially applauded among its members.

Jan 2 • 18:19 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Higher CO2 Price: Driving with Combustion Engines Becomes Significantly More Expensive at the Beginning of the Year

The new CO2 price increase at the start of the year has raised fuel costs, with the price of Super E10 rising by 3.4 cents in just one day, prompting mixed reactions from drivers and organizations like ADAC.

Jan 2 • 18:19 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Anger over ADAC's proposal for higher fuel prices

The ADAC faces backlash from its members following a statement advocating for higher gasoline and diesel prices to meet climate protection goals, leading to public cancellations of memberships.

Jan 2 • 08:14 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

ADAC compiles a list: These are the best cars for older drivers, and here’s why

The German automobile club ADAC has released a list of cars specifically recommended for older drivers, focusing on practicality, comfort, and safety rather than traditional market criteria such as price and type of drive.

Dec 28 • 09:12 UTC

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