Up to 8 points from the driving license and high fines for those who do not comply within a month

The Traffic laws provides for the obligation for drivers to mount specific tires for the winter season. Law 120/2010 in fact provides that from 15 November to 15 April, cars and heavy vehicles circulate only if equipped with winter equipment. It also imposes a deduction of up to 8 points from the driving license and high fines for those who do not adapt within a month. Tires suitable for driving in the winter season have the M + S indication on the tread. The legislation obliges the mounting only on the front axle but recommends to use these tires on all the wheels of the car.

What are thermal tires?

With the term thermal tires or snow tires, the legislation indicates tires with specific construction characteristics. These devices increase the car’s grip in the event of ice, snow and temperatures below 7 ° C. We can find on the market both real winter tires and the so-called “all season” tires. That is tires that meet the criteria set by Law 120/2020 but which allow use even during the hottest season. An option often preferred by those who do not travel many kilometers and which allows significant savings. In fact, winter tires cost significantly more than traditional tires.

Up to 8 points from the driving license and high fines for those who do not comply within a month

We have seen that the legislation provides for the obligation to fit winter tires from mid-November to mid-April. However, motorists have just over a month to adapt. We will be able to go to the tire dealer as early as mid-October and then we will have time to dismantle them until mid-May. In this way we will ensure greater safety on the road and avoid the penalties provided for. In fact, there is a deduction that provides up to 8 points from the license and high fines for those who do not comply within a month. We recall that the legislation provides for two alternatives. The fitting of M + S or all season tires, or having snow chains of adequate size on board.

The penalties provided

Articles 7 and 14 of the Highway Code provide for variable fines depending on the street where the dispute takes place. In built-up areas the penalty can vary from 41 to 168 euros. While on state roads, highways or highways the fine goes up from 84 to 335 euros. Furthermore, the report may provide for a reduction of 3 points for the violation and a further 5 for dangerous driving. In short, up to 8 points from the driving license and heavy fines for those who fail to comply with this obligation within a month. We remind you that many long-term rental contracts also include two tire changes per year to always circulate in accordance with the law. For more information on this form of car management, we recommend reading one of ours recent study.

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