Christmas decorations in the car: Expensive gifts for regular violations!

Christmas decorations in the car: Expensive gifts for regular violations!

The contemplative Christmas time not only brings a festive atmosphere, but also new rules for drivers in Germany. As Berlin Live should be particularly careful when it comes to decorating their vehicles. Corresponding regulations of the road traffic and approval regulations (StVZO) prohibit fairy lights on both outside and inside the car because they can dazzle other road users. A violation of this rule can cost up to 20 euros and even endanger the vehicle's operating license.

In addition, Christmas balls should not hang on the rearview mirror so as not to affect the driver's field of vision, which can result in a fine of 10 euros. Figures on the dashboard also have to be well secured - otherwise fines will face up to 75 euros and a point in Flensburg. The same applies: headlights, indicators and license plates must always remain visible. If the license plate is covered by decoration, a fine of up to 65 euros threatens, which the trip can legally question.

New regulation for tires from October 2024

But not only the Christmas decoration harbors-from October 2024, drivers have to adapt to another important regulation, such as Factastisch . From this date, only winter and all-year tires with the alpine symbol are allowed. Tires with the previous M+S marking may no longer be used. Drivers who disregard these new regulations must expect a fine of at least 60 euros and also risk a point in Flensburg. If you endanger other road users from false tires, you even have to expect punishments up to 100 euros.