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Why being a good driver is not enough to get a Swedish driver’s license

20 January 2025 By Sofi Tegsveden Deveaux Leave a Comment

If you’re planning on driving in Sweden, then you must have a valid driver’s license. But just being a good driver with lots of experience might not be enough to grant you a Swedish driver’s licence. Here are all the tips and information you need […]

Filed Under: Blog, Driving Tagged With: car, driving in Sweden, driving in winter, driving license, driving license in Sweden, Swedish driving license

How to prepare your car for the Swedish winter

5 December 2024 By Sofi Tegsveden Deveaux Leave a Comment

Winter in Sweden can be a bit of a beast, but with the right prep, it doesn’t have to be scary. Our guide walks you through setting up your car for winter, from legal tire requirements to must-have items for your emergency kit. Let’s make sure you’re ready to face those snowy roads […]

Filed Under: Blog, Driving Tagged With: car, driving in Sweden, driving in winter, emergency, first winter in Sweden, Guide to Swedish winter, summer and winter tyres, sweden winter tires, winter

Can I use all-season car tyres in Sweden?

21 March 2022 By The Newbie Team 1 Comment

‘Can I use all-season tyres in Sweden for the whole year?’ Trust us, that is a common question from newbies. The short answer is that there are rules and laws in Sweden about having tyres that are approved for both winter and summer conditions. For the long answer – read on.  Disclaimer: To keep The […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: car, car tires, car tyres, summer and winter tyres

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