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Winter tires to become mandatory from November 15

Taking weather conditions into account, the Patrol Service of the Interior Ministry's police has urged drivers to start using winter tires already. From November 15 to March 31 inclusive, they are mandatory for passenger cars and trucks weighing up to 3.5 tonnes. On snow-covered or icy roads, operating a vehicle is prohibited if the tread depth is 4 mm or less. Violations carry administrative liability.