Find safe parking - tips for drivers on New Year's Eve

Find safe parking - tips for drivers on New Year's Eve

According to a report by m.osthessen-news.de: Low-flying rockets, loud firecrackers and limited visibility due to fireworks smoke make New Year's Eve dangerous nights for drivers. Many people wonder where they can safely park their cars. The ADAC Hessen-Thuringia recommends parking the vehicle in a garage, a parking garage or on a quiet street.

According to the report, parking near large events poses an increased risk of damage, particularly from fireworks. However, properly fired fireworks pose little danger to vehicles. However, if fireworks land directly on the car and burn, significant damage can occur for which the person responsible is liable.

The ADAC also warns against hanging good-luck charms such as angels, scented trees or children's shoes on the rear-view mirror, as this can impair the driver's view. It is recommended to place lucky charms elsewhere in the car.

These safety tips also have an impact on the economy. Companies that operate parking garages could see increased demand on New Year's Eve. Car repair shops and insurance companies could also be increasingly confronted with damage caused by fireworks. For drivers themselves, this could mean that parking fees in car parks will increase on New Year's Eve to meet increased demand.

Since annoying damage caused by fireworks usually has to be covered by your own comprehensive insurance, insurance premiums could rise to cover the higher claims payments. It remains to be seen to what extent the increased precautionary measures taken by drivers will affect the market for New Year's Eve fireworks and lucky charms.