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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver without a license loses control of car, resulting in one death and three injuries in the West of SC

A car accident in Palma Sola, Santa Catarina, resulted in the death of a 22-year-old woman and injuries to three others, highlighting issues of unlicensed driving and vehicle conditions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Soon it's time to change tires โ€“ but check the weather

As the deadline for changing to summer tires approaches, drivers are advised to monitor local weather conditions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

New DVLA update on medical driving licence waiting times - who qualifies for help

Drivers with certain medical conditions face longer waiting times for medical driving licenses from the DVLA amid rising demand and complexity of applications.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Ice-coated roads in many places in Latvia

Icy conditions in various regions of Latvia are complicating driving on the countryโ€™s main and regional roads, according to the Latvian State Roads administration.

Mar 20 โ€ข 04:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Caution in traffic: roads will become slippery in the evening

Estonian authorities warn that rain and sleet will lead to icy roads this evening, creating hazardous driving conditions.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

There is no need to rush to change tires, but there is one exception: mandatory by April 10.

Lithuanian drivers should not rush to change their winter tires, but must do so by April 10 if using studded tires, as winter conditions may still exist.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Thaw and water levels can create danger on roads

Severe weather conditions are expected in Iceland which may lead to dangerous driving conditions due to melting snow and heavy rain.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Now the self-driving bus must handle both slippery roads and reindeer

Sweden is advancing self-driving bus technology, now testing these vehicles in winter conditions amid challenges like slippery roads and wildlife encounters.

Mar 16 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Severe weather on several mountain passes in Southern Norway

Several mountain passes in Southern Norway are closed or experiencing convoy driving due to severe weather conditions.

Mar 15 โ€ข 19:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Challenging driving conditions in the highlands of Southern Norway over the next day

Challenging driving conditions are expected in the highlands of Southern Norway due to local snow and wind.

Mar 15 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Avalanches, impassability, and difficult driving conditions in northeastern blizzard weather

A severe blizzard has caused avalanches and made driving conditions extremely hazardous in northeastern Iceland.

Mar 15 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Storm, impassable conditions, and difficult driving conditions

Iceland is currently experiencing severe storms leading to impassable roads and challenging driving conditions.

Mar 15 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Poor driving conditions tomorrow

The article reports on expected poor driving conditions in Iceland due to weather forecasts.

Mar 14 โ€ข 10:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
Sports

Solberg tirade against driving conditions: - It is dangerous

Oliver Solberg voices strong concerns about the dangerous driving conditions during Rally Kenya after multiple punctures affected drivers.

Mar 14 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Sports

Sami Pajari recounts his intense situation - 'We were lucky to survive'

Sami Pajari achieved excellent timing during the Safari Rally, reflecting on his fortunate performance after challenging conditions.

Mar 13 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Expert warns: spring is the most dangerous time on the roads โ€“ ice, motorcyclists and tire changing dilemma

As spring approaches, driving safety becomes a major concern due to changing weather conditions, ice on roads, and the return of motorcyclists.

Mar 12 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Many reports of trees over the roads

The ร˜st police district in Norway has received numerous reports of fallen trees blocking roads due to adverse weather conditions, prompting officials to advise safe driving practices.

Mar 12 โ€ข 20:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Electric cars have a feature that scares inexperienced drivers

Electric vehicles' regenerative braking can surprise inexperienced drivers, especially in slippery winter conditions.

Mar 11 โ€ข 20:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

โ€˜Mexican North Pole?โ€™ Hailstorm Closes Lanes on the Mexico-Pachuca Highway, Near Tecรกmac (Video)

A hailstorm caused by heavy rains in the State of Mexico disrupted traffic on the Mexico-Pachuca highway near Tecรกmac, leading to significant delays and hazardous driving conditions.

Mar 10 โ€ข 05:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Volvos EX30 and XC90 perform well in the snow, but technique is needed to avoid slipping

The Volvo EX30 and XC90 were tested in snowy conditions in Canada, highlighting their winter capabilities and the importance of driving technique.

Mar 10 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

DMI issues warning about dense fog across the country

A dense fog warning has been issued by DMI for all of Denmark, expected to cause low visibility and potentially hazardous driving conditions.

Mar 9 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Car ended up in Kรณpavogstjรถrn

A car slid and ended up in Kรณpavogstjรถrn due to slippery conditions, but no serious injuries were reported.

Mar 8 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Warning for icy conditions in southern Norrland

A yellow warning for sudden icy conditions has been issued by SMHI for southern Norrland tonight.

Mar 8 โ€ข 16:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

A "seeing eye" is ready for self-driving cars

Researchers at Rice University have developed EyeDAR, an affordable radar sensor designed to assist self-driving cars, particularly in challenging weather conditions.

Mar 8 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Meteorologist: Now it begins

A Finnish meteorologist reports that there are no driving warnings in Finland, reflecting a significant shift in weather conditions leading towards spring.

Mar 7 โ€ข 17:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Ford Capri in Long-Term Test: My First Winter in an Electric Car

The author shares their experiences driving a Ford Capri Extended Range RWD electric car through the winter season, revealing surprising insights and challenging common prejudices about electric vehicle performance in cold conditions.

Mar 6 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Road sections have iced over in Kurzeme and Vidzeme

Friday morning's driving conditions on major roads are hindered in some areas due to ice, as reported by the State Joint Stock Company 'Latvian State Roads' (LVC).

Mar 6 โ€ข 06:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Difficult driving conditions in Liepฤja and Saldus due to ice

Driving has been made difficult in various parts of Kurzeme due to ice, particularly affecting major roads and regional routes near Liepฤja and Saldus.

Mar 5 โ€ข 05:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Do not make this mistake in the dark: A rule of thumb reveals the right moment to switch headlights

The article discusses a critical rule of thumb for drivers in Finland regarding the use of headlights in dark conditions, emphasizing the importance of timing when switching from high beams to low beams to ensure safety and visibility.

Mar 4 โ€ข 20:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Icy roads and fog hinder driving in many areas

Driving conditions on major roads in Latvia are hindered by ice and fog, particularly in certain regions.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: Nokian will produce smart tires that adjust according to road conditions

Nokian is innovating by introducing smart tires that can automatically deploy and retract their studs based on temperature changes.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The worst driving conditions in Southern Latvia due to icing

Icing conditions have led to the poorest driving conditions on major roads in Southern Latvia, particularly along the Daugavpils highway and in parts of Zemgale, Kurzeme, and Latgale regions.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

On Monday, Latvia has patches of ice on the roads

Driving conditions are difficult due to ice on roads in several regions of Latvia.

Mar 2 โ€ข 03:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Riders are the pawns of poor society

The article discusses the plight of delivery riders in Italy, highlighting their struggles with poverty and the socioeconomic factors driving them to work in challenging conditions.

Mar 1 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Friday's driving conditions were so terrible that even the tow truck couldn't stay on the road โ€“ "A bit more nasty weather"

Tow truck drivers in Finland experienced a surge in calls due to treacherous driving conditions caused by icy roads.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Metal crunching, roads closed โ€“ this is what it looked like on the road

Several traffic accidents occurred across Finland on Friday due to poor driving conditions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Experts warn: Slush sliding is imminent

Experts in Finland are warning motorists about the dangers of slush sliding as temperatures rise and snow begins to melt, creating hazardous driving conditions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Icy conditions in the capital and difficult driving conditions across the country

Poor driving conditions are reported in Iceland due to icy roads and snowfall across various regions, including the capital.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Minor Flees from Police in Bad Weather - Finally Stopped by Spike Strip

A minor in Haapajรคrvi stole their parents' car and led police on a chase through poor weather conditions before being arrested after hitting a spike strip.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

UK drivers urged to declare health conditions to DVLA or risk ยฃ1,000 fine - full list

UK drivers are being warned to declare any medical conditions that could affect their driving to the DVLA to avoid fines and ensure their insurance remains valid.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Terrible Driving Conditions โ€“ IS Monitors Traffic Chaos

A snowstorm in Finland has created severe driving conditions, especially in southern Finland, affecting traffic safety and mobility.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The worst road conditions near Saldus and Gulbene on Thursday morning

On Thursday morning, icy conditions hindered driving on major highways near Saldus and Gulbene in Latvia, according to information from 'Latvijas valsts ceฤผu'.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Snow will pile up to 20 centimeters โ€“ then a dangerous turn comes

A significant snowstorm has hit southern Finland, causing dangerous driving conditions as a warning for icy roads follows.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Strong Winds and Dangerous Driving Conditions

The article discusses the challenges posed by strong winds and hazardous driving conditions in Iceland.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Driving conditions will be poor nationwide tomorrow

Driving conditions across Finland are expected to be poor or very poor on Thursday, with significant snowfall and freezing rain anticipated.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious warning from Fintraffic: It is advisable to postpone driving if possible

Fintraffic warns that driving conditions in Finland are set to deteriorate significantly, advising drivers to postpone travel if they can.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

โ€œMen just drive according to the conditions and take careโ€

The article discusses driving behavior in Iceland, emphasizing the importance of adapting to various road conditions and driving carefully.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

On the ice of water bodies โ€“ only responsibly: reminders of prohibitions and possible fines

Driving on the ice of water bodies is prohibited in Lithuania, with specific exceptions outlined in the countryโ€™s legislation regarding special land use conditions.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Warning maps glow yellow โ€“ driving conditions become dangerous

Finland's meteorological institute has issued widespread warnings about hazardous driving conditions due to expected adverse weather this Thursday through Saturday.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Driving conditions are turning terrible

Driving conditions across Finland are worsening due to heavy snowfall and freezing rain, posing a significant risk for traffic accidents.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:37 UTC

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