More and more Czechs go on vacation with their own car. It means certain freedom and freedom. You can go at your pace, stop where you like, or stay overnight where you like it most. However, you should be aware of specific traffic regulations in the countries you are heading or passing through. And that's not just about the permitted speeds and limits of alcohol in the blood, but also the mandatory equipment that may vary from country to country. So what and where do you watch out for?
·Austria. Our southern neighbors are known to have very strict regulations and the police are mostly in their compliance uncompromising. Great emphasis is placed in Austria on reflective vests, which must not be green. The law requires only a driver, but it is good to carry it for all the passengers in the vehicle and the co-driver on the motorcycle. In particular, be careful to comply with EN 471. Austrian police are very happy to check and, if not, fine. You must always wear it when you leave the car outside the village. The rest of the equipment is identical to ours. You do not belong to the mandatory equipment as such, but take the practical advice that if your vehicle is not, you must have written confirmation in the car that you have been loaned - that is, that you are using it legally. And did you know that it is not allowed in Austria to have a camera scanning your way?
·Slovakia. With our Eastern neighbors, mandatory equipment is not much different. Here you also have a triangle, a first-aid kit, an EN 471 certified vest, and a set winter tire. As far as lighting is concerned, it is the same as in the Czech Republic - it lights all year round, it is possible to use daytime running lights. Take care of the GPS - it should not be placed on the windscreen and must not prevent the driver from looking. Speed limits are the same in Slovakia as in our country. Vehicles powered by CNG or LPG must be labeled with the appropriate stickers.
·Poland. In Poland too, you will not see too many differences. But there is something to be found. Not in equipment, but in the way it is used. The warning triangle has one more use here when towing the vehicle. You must have a triangle located on the left rear of the vehicle. For reduced visibility, you also have to turn on the side lights. Also keep in mind that when driving on Polish roads, you must have a fire extinguisher in your car.
Germany. Nothing happens if you forget a triangle on your way to Germany by accident. Required only for registered vehicles in Germany. Do not leave the first aid kit at home. Only the motors must be lit in the day, all the vehicles only in the tunnel.
·Croatia. Compulsory equipment in Croatia does not differ much from ours. If you are traveling by car, it is good to get the owner's permission on the way. But be careful, N category vehicles have a mandatory extinguisher!
·Italy. As in Austria, you must also have a car rental confirmation in Italy if you do not go by your car. The mandatory equipment includes a vest with reflective tapes for each passenger in the car (orange) or a warning triangle. All cars must then be lit all year round, but only outside the built-up areas.
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