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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Tuomas doesn't care about the guidelines and uses winter tires even in summer – Here's how he justifies it

A Finnish man named Tuomas is using winter tires year-round, disregarding recommendations against summer use due to concerns over tire wear and driving safety.

Mar 1 • 07:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Did you know this rule related to studded tires?

In Finland, there are specific regulations regarding the use of studded winter tires that many drivers may not be aware of, particularly concerning the spacing of the studs.

Feb 24 • 11:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Studded or non-studded? Accident statistics reveal a surprising safety difference

A report highlights a notable safety difference between studded and non-studded winter tires in Finland, despite overall improvements in winter traffic safety.

Feb 22 • 14:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The condition of the car tires that claimed the lives of four young people was like this

The article discusses the dangers posed by worn-out winter tires, highlighting a tragic accident that resulted in the deaths of four young individuals due to poor tire conditions.

Feb 19 • 10:24 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Three vehicles collide on the A5 highway. There are suggestions about summer tires on one of the cars.

A collision involving three vehicles occurred on the A5 highway in the Mārupes region, prompting an investigation by the State Police.

Feb 11 • 10:32 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The ice track eagerly wears out tires but teaches how to cope in dangerous situations

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.

Feb 11 • 01:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

One device is not working at gas stations due to the cold weather

Residents are questioning if there are still gas stations in Vilnius where they can safely and quickly check their tires during winter, as many reported issues with air compressors not functioning properly.

Feb 2 • 13:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Mandatory use of anti-slip chains in Grevena, Kastoria, Kozani, and Florina

The use of anti-slip chains or other similar anti-slip means is mandatory for all vehicles lacking special winter tires in the regions of Grevena, Kastoria, Kozani, and Florina.

Jan 10 • 10:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Are they safe and what does the police say about them? Here is everything you need to know about popular 'booties' for tires

The article discusses the rising popularity of textile snow chains, known as 'booties,' for winter driving and addresses concerns regarding their safety and legality as winter conditions approach.

Jan 8 • 14:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

HAK warns: Do not set out on the road without winter tires, restrictions on certain sections

HAK warns drivers in Croatia to avoid travel without winter tires due to snow and wind leading to traffic restrictions in Lika and Gorski Kotar.

Jan 6 • 08:25 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Don’t know how to put snow chains on the car yet? Be careful with these eleven mistakes

The article highlights common mistakes drivers make when installing snow chains on their vehicles, especially amidst weather challenges like snowfall in Spain.

Jan 5 • 16:34 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

It is surprising that rental cars are not on studded tires

A tour guide expressed astonishment that rental cars were not equipped with studded tires after witnessing a car accident on New Year's morning, involving travelers who were not seriously injured.

Jan 2 • 08:25 UTC

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