Traffic police officers will remind about the necessity of using winter tires from December 1, and about the responsibility for ignoring this traffic rule requirement.

from December 1, and about the responsibility for ignoring this traffic rule requirement.

The State Automobile Inspectorate recommends car owners not to wait for the first winter day and to start re-equipping their vehicles.

Drivers should review their driving style:

- choose a safe speed and distance;
- refrain from risky maneuvers and unnecessary lane changes;
- avoid sudden braking.

Pedestrians need increased attention and caution when crossing the roadway, and should mark themselves with retroreflective elements in the dark.