Sad Christmas message: 18-year-old has succeeded in snow chaos!

Sad Christmas message: 18-year-old has succeeded in snow chaos!

An 18-year-old driver caused a serious traffic accident on December 24, 2024 in Eggelsberg, Upper Austria, which was caused by dangerous driving behavior and inadequate tires. Despite the winter conditions and slush, the young man decided to travel with summer tires. He overtook two vehicles around 9:40 a.m., lost control of his Citroen delivery car and crashed into a tree head-on. The impact was so violent that the van was completely destroyed. The driver suffered moderate injuries and was flown to the Salzburg accident hospital with the emergency doctor helicopter "Christopherus C6", as the Krone reported.

risks and legal consequences of summer tires in winter

Many drivers are not aware of the risks of inadequate tires. Driving with summer tires in winter conditions is not only dangerous, but can also result in legal consequences. According to the statutory regulation, vehicles on "black ice, snow, slush, ice slide or smoothness" are obliged to drive with suitable winter tires. If you still drive with summer tires, you have to expect a fine of 60 euros and a point in Flensburg, such as FOCUS reports.

In the current winter season, drivers should therefore remember that winter or all-season tires should be used, especially between October and Easter. With snow and smoothness, these special tires offer improved liability and shorter braking routes that are crucial for safety on the street. If you are traveling with summer tires, you should pay particular attention to a secure distance from the person in front and avoid sudden steering movements and strong braking to minimize the risk of an accident.