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Action in Hernals: Climate activists let air out of 94 SUV tires
In Vienna, climate activists from “Luftnot Collective” let the air out of 94 SUV tires to draw attention to the climate impact of large vehicles. Details about this action and the risks for drivers can be found in the article.
Action in Hernals: Climate activists let air out of 94 SUV tires
In a remarkable incident on Thursday morning, drivers of a total of 94 SUVs in Hernals noticed that their tires were flat. The group “Luftnot Collective”, which acts as the local representative of the international movement “Tyre Extinguishers”, was responsible for this action.
This group, which has already made a name for itself in the past with similar actions in districts such as Döbling, Leopoldstadt, and Hietzing, now worked in the 17th district. Early on Thursday, November 28, activists left notes on the windshields of the affected vehicles with the message: “Beware – your gas guzzler is deadly.” This is intended to point out the environmental impact that large vehicles cause.
The reason for the action
In its statement, the group asked drivers not to take the action personally. They argued that large cars, especially SUVs, in urban areas have significant negative impacts on society and the environment. In a press release, the collective said that the climate crisis is already having serious consequences, including devastating floods that led to a disaster zone in Austria in September and recently claimed the lives of over 220 people in Spain.
Erich Groiss, technical director of the ARBÖ, pointed out the dangers associated with such actions. Driving with deflated tires can not only damage the vehicle, but also affect its control and stability. It is particularly risky if the air pressure only partially escapes, as this is often not noticed immediately and can lead to dangerous moments in critical situations, such as when braking or cornering.
Modern cars are equipped with electronic tire pressure monitors that warn drivers before they set off. Older models, on the other hand, can display this pressure loss less quickly, which increases the risk. According to Groiss, in such cases, drivers often notice late that something is wrong, which can lead to dangerous driving behavior.
Previous actions of this kind in Vienna point to a growing phenomenon that is intended to sharpen public awareness of the issue of climate change and environmental protection. More information is available at www.meinkreis.at.