German drivers share practical car‑hack tips

A guide circulated among German motorists offers a tongue‑in‑cheek approach to dealing with cyclists on rural roads, advising drivers to keep a 2‑metre safety distance, avoid the side strip, and, if necessary, pass the cyclist without stopping. The advice stresses using calm language first and only resorting to overtaking when the cyclist does not yield.

Another set of tips shows how a simple kitchen grill tongs can be used to pull a parking‑ticket from a ticket dispenser without leaving the car, provided the ticket protrudes enough and the vehicle is stationary. The article also lists additional everyday car tricks, such as adjusting sun‑visors, using the rear‑view‑mirror dimmer to reduce glare, locating the fuel‑cap indicator, and accessing hidden functions on modern car keys.