Overview
- After several crashes in the Nordhausen region, officers report deer strikes in the Unstrut-Hainich district and near Heringen with no injuries.
- Guidance for encounters with wildlife includes slowing down, dipping high beams, braking and honking, with a clear warning not to swerve on slick roads.
- Authorities and consumer outlets reiterate winter penalties, including about €80 for unnecessary engine idling, €25 for snow left on the roof, and €10 for obscured license plates.
- Recent reminders correct common misconceptions: engine antifreeze does not belong in washer fluid, snow chains carry a 50 km/h limit, and winter conditions require tires with the Alpine symbol.
- Practical tips highlight second‑gear starts for traction, careful heater/vent use to avoid fogging, a cardboard tube over wipers and a cat‑litter sock to manage moisture, plus DIY de‑icer sprays while avoiding hot water that can crack glass.