These are the current Corona rules for drivers!

Recently updated on December 9, 2021 at 06:45 am

Almost every day there are "new" corona rules for drivers too. The lockdown is noticeable even for the occupants of vehicles and extends from the mask requirement to the subject of travel. But what is still allowed in the vehicle during the corona pandemic? The corona measures were only recently restarted extended. Here you can find out what is currently valid for drivers and those who want to become one. In order to contain the pandemic, the federal and state governments have a lockdown extended until April 18, 2021 for the time being. And apply against the hope of many people also over Easter further travel restrictions. And in the car? How many inmates are actually allowed? Do i have to wear a mask? Can I travel by car? You can read below what drivers need to consider according to the current state of affairs.

Masks must be worn in the car - what applies?

It will be mandatory to wear medical masks in the car at the federal-state summit from 22./23. March explicitly mentioned, but only occurs in counties with an incidence of over 100 for seven days in question. Accordingly, passengers must then wear a mask if they not belong to the driver's household. Because the fight against the corona pandemic is also a country issue, there are special rules for drivers not in all provisions mentioned.

Otherwise there is a mandatory for wearing a mask in the car predominantly not And there are not explicit rules everywhere, such as the mask requirement for buses and trains. However, some federal states, namely Saxony, Berlin and Saarland already have a partial Corona protective masks must be worn in the car introduced. And also during the practical lessons or in one Exam situation Mask is compulsory. Short one Burst ventilation in the car is also very advisable and can be implemented without any problems.

Corona mask does not belong on the inside mirror

The face must not be covered by the mask in such a way that the person is no longer recognizable. It should still be possible to identify the driver in the event of a traffic violation. Violation of this regulation threatens Fine of 60 euros. In most federal states, however, the police are instructed to carry out a check special sense of proportion proceed. In addition, the mask should be worn while driving not be hung on the inside mirror, the ADAC warns, after all, the view could be limited and the driver distracted .

Quick test compulsory for driving schools

Driving schools have been able to officially reopen since March 8th. The prerequisite for the lessons is a corresponding one Hygiene concept as well as a Daily updated Covid-19 rapid test of the learner driver. Driving schools in some federal states already had driving schools for people who need a driver's license for work reopened earlier. If you currently want to acquire a driver's license, it is best to do it Check with the local driving school.

In conversation: Permanent obligation to carry a Corona protective mask

The mask, which is supposed to protect against infection or transmission of the corona virus, could soon be used every driver become a constant companion. From the Federal Ministry of Transport a Carrying obligation of each two mouth and nose covers per vehicle checked. Such an obligation could possibly be proposed as part of the next amendment to the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations. More detailed details could currently be not yet be communicated. According to media reports, the Ministry wants to follow the rules for Safety vests orientate.

Contact restrictions: a maximum of five people and two households

The ones that already apply Contact restrictions will find out more continued. Private gatherings between your own household and another household have been possible since March 8th. In total, however, no more than 5 people may come together. Children up to 14 years will however not counted in. Couples are considered a household. This also applies to being in public. The Federal Government will keep you up-to-date with the latest information. It goes on to say: "In regions with a 7-day incidence of less than 35, your own household can combine with two other households. However, no more than ten people are allowed to meet. Children up to the age of 14 are not counted, couples count as one household.“By the way, Hamburg already had a few days in the latest decision pulled the Corona emergency brake and only allows meetings with Household stranger.

The car is not explicitly mentioned, but it can be assumed that the contact restrictions also apply to private vehicles. The ADAC Nordbayern even recommends taking people outside the household with you generally to refrain. The generally known one also applies "AHA" formula (Distance + hygiene + everyday mask) which around a L for "ventilation" and on A for "use app" (What is meant is the Corona Warn App) is expanded.

Refrain from traveling

(Car) travelers are still particularly affected. Travel should be done whenever possible not at all take place, regardless of whether for business or tourist reasons. The resolution of November 29, 2020 already states that "(...) all professional and private trips that are not absolutely necessary, in particular tourist trips abroad, including with a view to the ski season“Should be avoided. In addition, residents whose district has an incidence value of about 200 has, officially no more than 15 kilometers move around their place of residence. Only the drive to work or a valid reason can be considered an exception, but tourism purposes are definitely not included. This “15-kilometer leash” is hardly ever used in practice, not least because courts use it as a illegal have declared.

Of course that had not been the case.

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