Germany steps up speed enforcement in April 2026: Increased radar checks from 13 to 19 April

Germany will carry out another nationwide speed enforcement campaign in April 2026. According to ADAC, this year’s spring Speedweek will take place from Monday, 13 April, to Sunday, 19 April 2026, with Wednesday, 15 April, serving as the main action day in several federal states...

A notable shift is emerging in EU-China automotive trade relations. According to research data cited by the German automotive industry media outlet AUTOHAUS and based on an EY study, the value of automotive vehicles and components imported by the EU from China exceeded, for the first time in 2025, the EU’s corresponding exports to China. EU exports to China fell to EUR 16 billion, representing a 34% year-on-year decline, while EU imports of related products from China rose to EUR 22 billion. This development indicates that the long-standing trade structure, historically dominated by Europe, is undergoing a significant adjustment...

The oil market remains tense, and refueling is becoming noticeably more expensive in many places

Fuel prices in Germany have risen significantly in recent days. Many drivers are now feeling it directly at the pump, as both petrol and diesel have become noticeably more expensive compared with just a short time ago...

The German Federal Ministry of Transport has introduced a reform proposal aimed at reducing the steadily increasing costs of obtaining a driving license in Germany.

Although the proposal is currently under review, any practical impact on driving school prices is unlikely before 2027...

Germany has officially confirmed the return of EV purchase subsidies starting in 2026, introducing a new and more practical structure than the previous “Umweltbonus” scheme...

For anyone driving, buying a car, or traveling across borders in Europe, this is a common question:
“Is smoking in the car illegal in Germany?”

The answer: No, smoking inside the car is currently not prohibited in Germany. As long as it does not affect driving safety, the police generally won’t fine you for smoking alone. However...

With increased snowfall across Germany, vehicles are often covered by snow and ice. German road traffic regulations require drivers to remove all snow and ice from their vehicle—including windows, roof, lights, and license plate—before starting their trip. Failure to do so may result in fines and additional liability in the event of an accident...

Recent discussions around the EU’s planned phase-out of new combustion engine vehicles from 2035 have attracted renewed attention. According to media reports, the European Commission may consider adjusting the original target of a 100% CO₂ reduction for newly registered cars by 2035 to 90%.
At present, this proposal has not been officially confirmed...