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Electric car drivers are warned about the potential dangers of regenerative braking on icy roads, which can lead to unexpected skids and loss of control.

On Thursday, road conditions in Estonia will be slippery due to a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain moving across the country.

A significant snowstorm is impacting northern Ontario, causing major road closures and threatening to disrupt travel as it moves toward southern regions including Toronto.

Ecuador is experiencing severe winter weather, affecting over 9,000 people and resulting in three fatalities, particularly in the provinces of El Oro, Guayas, and Los Ríos, leading to infrastructural damage and impassable roads.

Norway's transport minister discusses new safety measures for tourists driving on winter roads.

A committee in Norway has proposed several measures to improve traffic safety for the increasing number of tourists driving on winter roads, particularly in northern Norway.

Authorities are warning of dangerous winter conditions, particularly ice formation on roads and sidewalks, indicating potential risks for drivers and pedestrians.

A severe winter storm in the US is causing road closures and school shutdowns, with snowfall predictions of up to 60 cm in some areas.

A significant snowstorm is impacting the northeastern United States, with New York closing roads and schools as residents prepare for up to 60 cm of snow.

Latvia's LVC has issued a warning about the hazardous conditions of gravel roads in the upcoming thaw, urging drivers to exercise caution.

The Transport Administration of Estonia has issued a warning about varying road conditions this morning, noting that favorable conditions for frost formation may lead to slippery roads.

On Sunday morning, snow and ice are making driving difficult across all of Latvia's main and regional roads, according to the state road administration.

The police report that conditions on E39 are "insanely slippery" following a series of accidents involving vehicles skidding on the road.

Today marks a significant change in weather conditions across Finland, with warnings of slippery roads due to warming temperatures.

Norwegian meteorologists have issued a yellow warning for ice across parts of Eastern and Western Norway due to an expected transition to mild weather and freezing rain, impacting travelers during the winter holiday.

The change in weather conditions in Oslo, with snow followed by rain, is causing significant problems for public transport and road users alike.

Czechia's roads are suffering from an increase in potholes after winter, raising concerns for drivers about vehicle damage.

Sixteen buses have crashed in Hungary due to severe weather conditions involving heavy snowfall and icy roads.

Milder weather is expected in southern Sweden over the weekend, but there will be risks of slippery road conditions due to recent cold weather.

A young truck driver in the Olomouc region lost control of his vehicle on icy roads, resulting in a collision with both a car and a bus.

Bavaria is experiencing winter weather conditions with expected snowfall, rain, and slippery roads as locals celebrate the end of Carnival.

Despite some cracks forming in the newly opened ice roads, they remain safe for traffic.

Fresh snow and icy conditions have disrupted traffic across Bavaria, causing multiple accidents and significant delays.

All three official ice roads in Estonia have been opened for vehicles weighing no more than 2.5 tons.

A severe weather event has impacted a total of 136 roads across Spain, with the majority of closures due to flooding, particularly in the Andalusia region.

This morning, particularly difficult driving conditions have developed on the Liepaja highway (A9) from Apšupe intersection to Biksti and on the Ventspils highway from Kūdra to Strazde, as well as on regional and local roads in the areas of Tukums, Talsi, Dobele, and Saldus.

Due to heavy snowfall, blizzards, and icy conditions, traffic is disrupted on state roads in Võru and Põlva counties, leading to a special maintenance regime being established.

The Norwegian Public Roads Administration advises drivers to prepare thoroughly for winter travel due to potentially hazardous road conditions.

As ski holidays approach, traffic on Finnish roads is expected to increase, highlighting essential safety tips for drivers.

Icy and snow-covered roads across Latvia are hindering driving conditions, prompting the involvement of winter maintenance services.

Road conditions across Latvia are challenging due to snow and ice, prompting the involvement of multiple winter service units in road maintenance.

This winter, Estonia has several spontaneous ice roads that see heavy weekend traffic, especially on popular routes between certain islands and the mainland, despite varying ice thicknesses.

The article discusses the ongoing traffic issues in Latvia due to uncleaned roads, urging for the adoption of technology to enhance traffic monitoring and safety.

Residents of Piirissaare are relying on self-made ice roads to travel across the lake rather than utilizing a planned official ice road.

In the Vysočina region of Czechia, icy road conditions led to eleven traffic accidents on a single morning.

Ice on the roads is making driving difficult in central Latvia, according to the Latvian State Roads.

In Estonia, drivers need to be prepared for losing control on icy roads, and practicing on an ice track can help them regain control in such situations.

The East Jutland Police have issued an early warning about slippery conditions on roads and sidewalks due to winter weather.

The authorities have decided to establish official ice roads for residents of Kihnu and Vormsi to travel to and from the mainland this winter, though the exact timing remains uncertain.

The Estonian government has announced the preparation for official ice roads, stating that unofficially established ice routes will not be regulated or adopted.

As the winter holiday season begins in Sweden, traffic safety experts warn drivers of the dangers posed by stress and icy roads.

Mare Mätas reflects on the dangers of traveling on ice roads between Kihnu and the mainland during the 1990s.

The article discusses the controversy over the use of salt for de-icing roads in Berlin, highlighting the appeal made by Mayor Kai Wegner to the Abgeordnetenhaus for permission to use salt amidst heavy winter weather, which drew ridicule from some political figures.

Two foreign winter tourism operators in Northern Norway have been reported by the Norwegian Public Roads Administration for operating without proper authorization.

Due to snowy and windy winter weather causing slippery roads, police in various regions of Denmark, including North Zealand, East Jutland, and South Zealand, are advising against unnecessary travel.

The Olympic Flame has arrived in Milan as part of its journey from Olympia, Greece, culminating in a ceremony at the San Siro Stadium for the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Milan is preparing for the arrival of the Olympic Flame ahead of the opening ceremony for the Winter Olympics on February 6, with the torch relay set to illuminate iconic locations in the city.

Due to winter weather, people in parts of Germany need to prepare for icy roads this morning, with the German Weather Service warning of ice hazards due to freezing moisture overnight.

The region will not have any officially maintained ice roads this winter, despite prolonged cold temperatures, as confirmed by Markus Salminen of the Southwest Finland Regional Development Centre.

Germany is experiencing severe winter conditions with icy roads leading to a man's death in Hesse and school cancellations in Bremen and Lower Saxony.