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Seasonal time changes and road safety risks

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Daylight Saving Time transition increases wildlife accident risks

The transition to standard time and darker evenings has been linked to increased risks for various road users. In Germany, the shift to winter time coincides with higher wildlife-related traffic accidents, as commuting h

Rising automotive spare part costs in Germany

2 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Electric vehicles save oil importers $20 billion in costs

An analysis by the German Insurance Association (GDV) indicates that automotive spare part prices in Germany are increasing significantly faster than general inflation. Since 2016, costs for these parts have surged by ov

German and Austrian autumn automotive safety updates

7 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Hessen and ADAC launch campaign to prevent wildlife accidents

As autumn progresses in Germany and Austria, authorities continue to issue warnings regarding seasonal automotive and road safety risks. Wildlife-related accidents remain a significant concern. In the Upper Bavaria Nort

Wildlife-related traffic accidents in Germany and Switerland

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Wild animal collisions cost German insurers €1.2 billion

In autumn, wildlife-related traffic accidents see a seasonal increase in Germany and Switzerland. In Germany, the German Hunting Association and the German Wildlife Foundation attribute this spike to mating seasons and a

Autumn maintenance and automotive cost risks in Germany

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: European car owners face rising maintenance costs and seasonal risks

In Germany, experts have warned of property and vehicle maintenance risks associated with autumn conditions. Homeowners are advised to manage rain barrels to prevent soil moisture from causing foundation damage, masonry