Can I wash my car, change the tires and have gas stations, car washes and workshops open despite the new partial lockdown? Many people are currently asking themselves these and other questions about cars, and the ADAC provides tips and useful information.
Even during the corona pandemic, many people are dependent on their car as a means of transport. Due to the recent lockdown, many are unsure of what is currently allowed and what is not. Even those who use their car less because of home office and a lack of leisure activities can be pleased: With some motor insurance companies you get money back. Here we clarify the most important questions about cars in Corona times.
Using the car wash
Both car washes and washing facilities remain open despite the lockdown light and can be used. However, the generally applicable distance regulations and hygiene regulations must also be observed here.
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Large gatherings of people should generally be avoided. For example, by avoiding rush hour. Furthermore, you should only wash your car when it is really necessary.
Car wash operators must take suitable measures to ensure that customers can maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 meters.
Auto workshops are still open
In order to guarantee mobility even in times of crisis, workshops are still open. Accordingly, changing tires from summer to winter tires is also permitted. Car dealerships in Bavaria are also allowed to remain open with access restrictions of one customer per ten square meters of space.
When visiting the workshop, the applicable distance regulations and hygiene regulations must also be observed here. Customers of the service provider ATU can also keep their appointments and shop purchases with a good feeling, according to a recent press release. In order to ensure that customers can shop carefree in the branches, a general mask requirement and a minimum distance of 1.5 meters apply in the shops. In addition, there is disinfectant for the hands at each entrance.
New appointments for inspections, tire changes and repairs can preferably be made via a Make an appointment online to be identified. This means that personal contacts can be reduced to a minimum. For contactless product purchases, ATU offers the functions “Order & Pickup” (Click & Collect) and “Order & Delivery” (Click & Delivery).
Motor insurance companies offer premium discounts
Most motorists will notice this year that they have driven a lot fewer kilometers than they originally stated with their insurance company. Reasons for this are working in the home office, a vacation that has been canceled or the like. If that is the case, you can get one from your car insurance company Premium discount request. The ADAC reports on it.
Both the Allianz as well as the HUK-Coburg have already announced this step to their customers. Also the ADAC vehicle insurance wants to follow suit. If your car insurance company has not yet made a decision, you can contact them and describe your situation. A goodwill arrangement is often possible. According to the comparison portal Verivox A premium discount of up to 24 percent is possible if you have driven 30 percent less than previously stated in one year.
Have vehicle registration offices open?
The vehicle registration offices have also basically opened despite the lockdown. Nevertheless, local restrictions and waiting times can still be expected. If you want to register a vehicle, you should inform yourself beforehand with the responsible authority. Does your admissions office offer one Online admission it is advisable to use this service in order to minimize the risk of infection on site.
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Can an HU be carried out?
Since the main inspection is an official obligation to maintain road safety, all major HU test centers remain open.
Compliance with the corona rules is also mandatory here.
What happens if I put the “TV” on?
In principle, the HU must not be exceeded and should be carried out within the month that is written on the HU sticker. If the deadline is exceeded by more than two months, there is a risk of a fine.
According to a recommendation from the Ministry of Transport, the deadline for private and commercial vehicles should be extended to four months. How this recommendation is ultimately implemented, however, is decided by the respective federal states, which is why it is advisable to find out about the regional handling of the respective testing agency in advance. The vehicle owner has no legal entitlement.
What normally happens if I forget the “TV” major inspection of my car? When are there fines? How much time do I have to rectify defects in the car? The answers to these questions at a glance.
Fuels for vehicles are part of the basic supply – therefore petrol stations remain open normally. However, customers are encouraged to follow a few guidelines that are designed to ensure that employees and customers are protected alike. Wearing mouth and nose protection, keeping the minimum distance and cashless payments are the most common recommendations.
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