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On 1 January 2016, electronic vignettes were introduced in Slovakia, replacing the classic vignettes stuck to the windscreen. Electronic vignettes can be purchased at selected petrol stations in Slovakia, at points of sale and self-service machines at border crossings, via the website www.eznamka.sk or via a smartphone or tablet via the mobile application "eznamka". Since the introduction of e-vignettes in Slovakia, their prices have increased slightly - for example, for an electronic vignette valid for 10 days from purchase, which cost €10 in 2016, we have to pay €12 in 2024. The price of an annual vignette has increased from €50 to €60. Road tolls in Slovakia were increased at the beginning of 2023.

Highway tolls in Slovakia from 2016

Visiting the world with your own car allows you to be completely independent from mass means of transport. It is even better if we are the happy owners of a camper that will also replace holiday apartments or hotel rooms. However, before we go on tour, we must properly prepare our vehicle for the road. What should a camper check before traveling?. Before leaving, the motorhome driver should check the technical condition of his vehicle. It is necessary to check the efficiency of the braking system, battery charge, gas tightness and tire condition. It is important that the entire water installation in the camper works flawlessly to avoid unpleasant surprises.

Caravan inspection before departure - what can you do on your own?

A winter ski trip is often associated with recreation in Austria, Slovakia or Switzerland. Meanwhile, France also has a lot to offer in the field of ski resorts. In this country, there are over 400 well-organized resorts for winter sports enthusiasts, located both in the Alps and the Pyrenees, the Vosges Mountains, the Central Massif and the Jura. The season in the French Alps lasts from December to April, but the greatest number of tourists can be expected in February and March.

Go skiing? Only in the Alps!

For decades, the four-wheel drive has been perfect for both off-road vehicles and ordinary passenger cars. The solution significantly improves the driving properties of vehicles and traction in particularly difficult conditions, e.g. in winter. Thanks to it, you will not get stuck in a snowdrift and you can easily negotiate sharp turns on snowy roads or completely icy surfaces. 2WD vehicles do great when the weather is favorable. However, when there are problems - rain, snow or even surface contamination - the acceleration takes on a grotesque image of the helpless work of the wheels. If you want to avoid the hassle, consider purchasing a four-wheel drive car. Then driving even in the most unfavorable conditions becomes possible - it brings joy and saves many nervous situations.

All-wheel drive - especially useful in winter

Living in Poland, it is good to change the surroundings from time to time and leave your city for the weekend to see how this world functions in another part of the country. Among the many travel destinations, it is worth choosing Wrocław, which is not only one of the oldest Polish cities, but also has a very rich tourist offer. It has been known for a long time that the Town Square is a good start to any sightseeing, so also in this case you could start with it, and then go to other attractions, passing many beautiful monuments, cafes, restaurants, etc. direct your steps? About it below.

Weekend in Wrocław - what to see?

Don't you believe us that you can visit several of the largest cities in Europe for free? That's true! All you need to do is plan your trip in an appropriate way and check where you do not need to have admission tickets. Additionally, you can reduce the cost of public transport to the maximum. We prove that you do not need to have a very thick wallet to travel around the world. It turns out that traveling around Europe doesn't have to be incredibly expensive. The more so because the borders within the EU are open and you don't even have to prepare for your trip. It is enough to read the lists of free tourist attractions. You can also minimize the cost of travel and accommodation to zero when you decide to hitchhike and use couchsurfing.

The largest cities in Europe can be visited absolutely free!

The car battery is like our health. When we are fine, we operate at full capacity. We over-exploit the body, until at some point it refuses to obey and forces us to "perform a check-up" at the doctor's office. It is similar with the battery. When we start the engine every day, we do not think about the condition of our battery. Only the emerging problems with the ignition, or its complete absence, forces us to intervene quickly. Most passenger cars use maintenance-free lead-acid batteries, but there are also gel, gel-like electrolyte and AGM batteries on the market, in which glass fiber mats are soaked with electrolyte. The most popular ones, used in our cars, maintenance-free, however, require inspections. Because the way we use our car battery will affect its condition and failure-free operation for years.

How to keep the battery in good condition?

Soon, from 20 to 22 November 2015, the Warsaw Moto Show will be held at the Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn - in the newest exhibition center in this region of Poland. The largest Polish manufacturers of car parts, dealers of global car brands, leasing companies and banks lending the purchase of cars will meet in one place. The Warsaw Moto Show is an event that will attract thousands of automotive fans and become a business center, optimizing the chances of reaching potential customers.

Warsaw Moto Show - the largest automotive event in Poland

The appearance of the new Seat Leon ST reveals that new times are coming for C-segment cars. The clear striving for compact solutions and combining the functionality of various body types and fashionable sports design clearly indicates fresh trends in the automotive industry. Estate cars have so far been classified as practical cars, comfortable primarily for families, but not distinguished by aesthetic reasons. The Seat Leon ST changes that view. The body structure and overall design are reminiscent of sports cars. The contoured steering wheel and low-set seats refer to them in the cockpit. The Spanish manufacturer focused on a modern look, which is due to the clean, geometric lines of the body and LED lighting, available in the Style and FR versions. The standard of the Volkswagen concern, to which the Seat brand belongs, is to equip all available power units with direct fuel injection and turbocharging. Customers can choose from gasoline drives with capacities: 1.2 l, 1.4 l and 1.8 l and two variants of diesel engines - 1.6 l and 2.0 l.

New Seat Estate - LEON ST

South Tyrol is an ideal destination for lovers of active holidays as well as those seeking peace and relaxation. Full-day mountain hikes, exciting horseback riding tours or relaxing SPA visits are just some of the whole range of activities that can be experienced by visiting the Roter Hahn farms. 1. Farms in South Tyrol are still small and the coexistence of rural culture and Alpine nature has continued for years. At the Roter Hahn farms, you can explore history and actively participate in farm life, without sacrificing the convenience of carefully restored tourist farms.

10 things you&#39;ll love about Roter Hahn farms

More than 40 years ago, SEAT made a decision that changed the fate of not only the Spanish brand, but the entire Spanish car industry. In 1975, the SEAT Technical Center was established near Barcelona, which to this day specializes in the latest technologies that are used in the brand's models. This year, the SEAT Technical Center celebrates its 40th anniversary. This place "sketched" the whole picture of the Spanish automotive industry and gave rise to many modern technologies for four wheels. It is the source of the SEAT brand DNA and the birthplace of the Spanish automotive industry. Over the last 5 years, it has absorbed as much as EUR 1.4 billion of investments to design, create and build in an even more ecological and modern way.

SEAT Technical Center celebrates its 40th birthday!

Traveling with a child or children cannot be avoided. These are both short trips to school, grandma or the store, and long journeys, for example during holidays. Children tolerate driving differently than adults, and moreover, it is necessary to take greater care of their safety. Find out how you can ensure the comfort and safety of your child while driving. Traveling with a baby is inevitable. Usually we take our toddler shopping, to his grandmother, for a weekend outside the city and for a longer vacation. A vacation far from home means a journey that lasts for hours, during which we must provide the little passenger not only with an attractive time, but also with safety.