It would seem that a little more than a year has passed since the heated debate about the mandatory application seasonal tires on cars and fines for driving on summer tires in winter. Now many drivers are looking for information about the so-called law on winter tires, according to which amendments are made to traffic rules.
Although Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 588, amending the Rules traffic concerning the use of tires from January 1, 2015, was adopted on July 15, 2013 (“ Russian newspaper"- the official website where you can read the text of the amendments introduced by this resolution No. 588).
IMPORTANT:Many drivers ask a question: there was a rumor that from December 1, 2017, those who did not change summer tires to winter ones will be fined. Is it so?
On this moment should be answered like this:
At the moment, the State Duma of the Russian Federation is considering a bill on the introduction of administrative fines in the amount of 2 thousand rubles for using car tires out of season. If it is adopted promptly from December 1, 2017, a driver who violates the rules for using seasonal tires may be fined.
But so far there are no grounds for bringing to administrative responsibility those drivers who did not have time to change their tires!
At the same time, I would like to advise car owners to show their experience and prudence: do not wait for a “command from above”, but “change shoes” on time, depending on the climatic conditions of your region.
Read more about the requirements for using tires by season.
We analyze the law on winter tires (which is the decision No. 588 and the technical regulation TR CU 018/2011)
Decree No. 588 itself does not say a word about the need for the mandatory use of seasonal tires. It only changes the conditions of admission vehicle for operation (by a decree from January 1, 2015, Appendix 5.1 to the main provisions for the admission of wheeled vehicles to operation is changed).
The main innovation is the minimum tread depth for various types tires on different vehicles in the absence of a factory wear indicator. When a wear indicator is provided on the tires, the fact of wear is established by it.
Yes, for cars the minimum tread depth of a summer tire is set to 1.6 mm.
However, the resolution introduced as a concept winter tires (marking "M + S", "M & S", "M S", as well as a pictogram in the form of a three-peak peak with a snowflake in the center), and the minimum tread depth for it is already 4 mm.
For other vehicles, the restrictions look like this:
- Motorcycles, mopeds, ATVs, etc. (category L) - 0.8 mm;
- Trucks, with a license maximum weight more than 3.5 tons (categories N2, N3, O3, O4) - 1 mm;
- Passenger cars (categories M1, N1, O1, O2) - 1.6 mm;
- Buses (categories M2, M3) - 2 mm.
In addition, the rubber should not be damaged - various side cuts, frayed to the cord or uneven wear. But the requirements for rims are a thing of the past - previously there should not have been cracks, traces of welding, damage, deformation of mounting holes, etc. on the rims.
Extract from the list of malfunctions and conditions under which the operation of vehicles is prohibited (Appendix No. 3 to the SDA of the Russian Federation), taking into account the amendments introduced from January 1, 2015:
5. Wheels and tires
5.1. The remaining depth of the tire tread pattern (in the absence of wear indicators) is no more than:
for vehicles of categories N2, N3, O3, O4 - 1 mm;
for vehicles of categories M1, N1, O1, O2 - 1.6 mm;
for vehicles of categories M2, M3 - 2 mm.
Residual tread depth winter tires designed for operation on icy or snowy road surfaces, marked with a sign in the form of a mountain peak with three peaks and a snowflake inside it, as well as marked with signs "M + S", "M & S", "M S" (in the absence of wear indicators), during operation on the specified coating is no more than 4 mm.
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Note. The designation of the vehicle category in this paragraph is established in accordance with Appendix No. 1 to the technical regulation on the safety of wheeled vehicles, approved by a government decree Russian Federation of September 10, 2009 N 720.
5.2. Tires have external damage (punctures, cuts, ruptures), exposing the cord, as well as delamination of the carcass, delamination of the tread and sidewall.
5.3. There is no mounting bolt (nut) or there are cracks in the disk and wheel rims, there are visible violations of the shape and size of the mounting holes.
5.4. Tires by size or permissible load do not match the vehicle model.
5.5. Tires of various sizes, designs (radial, diagonal, chamber, tubeless), models, with different tread patterns, frost-resistant and non-frost-resistant, new and retreaded, new and with a deep tread pattern are installed on one axle of the vehicle. The vehicle is equipped with studded and non-studded tires.
Tire Mismatch Penalty
The fine is set at 500 rubles (clause 1, article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation).
Excerpt from the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation:
“Article 12.5. Driving a vehicle in the presence of malfunctions or conditions under which the operation of vehicles is prohibited, or a vehicle on which the identification mark "Disabled" is illegally installed
1. Driving a vehicle in the presence of malfunctions or conditions under which, in accordance with the Basic Provisions for the Admission of Vehicles to Operation and Responsibilities officials to ensure road safety, the operation of the vehicle is prohibited, with the exception of malfunctions and conditions specified in parts 2 - 7 of this article - entails a warning or the imposition of an administrative a fine of five hundred rubles.»
It must be understood that this is not a fine for driving in winter on summer tires (or vice versa), but to a greater extent for the discrepancy between the tire tread depth and their standard values (until other amendments are made).
Tire seasonality
But in the document described above there is not a word about the seasonality of the rubber used, unless, of course, the very definition of winter tires is taken into account.
However, the requirements for the use of seasonal tires are really introduced from January 1, 2015 on the basis of the technical regulation of the Customs Union TR CU 018/2011 "On the safety of wheeled vehicles" ().
Excerpt from the regulation:
5.4. Tires with anti-skid studs, if used, must be fitted to all wheels of the vehicle.
5.5. It is forbidden to operate vehicles equipped with tires with anti-skid studs in summer period(June July August).
It is forbidden to operate vehicles that are not equipped with winter tires that meet the requirements of paragraph 5.6.3 of this annex during the winter period (December, January, February). Winter tires are installed on all wheels of the vehicle.
The terms of the prohibition of operation can be changed upwards by regional authorities government controlled Member States Customs Union.
5.6. A tire is considered unusable when:
5.6.1. The appearance of one wear indicator (a protrusion along the bottom of the treadmill groove, designed to visually determine the degree of wear, the depth of which corresponds to the minimum allowable depth tire tread pattern);
5.6.2. The remaining depth of the tire tread pattern (in the absence of wear indicators) is not more than:
for vehicles of categories L - 0.8 mm;
for vehicles of categories N2, N3, O3, O4 - 1.0 mm;
for vehicles of categories M1, N1, O1, O2 - 1.6 mm;
for vehicles of categories M2, M3 - 2.0 mm.
5.6.3. Residual tread depth of winter tires intended for use on icy or snowy road surfaces, marked with a sign in the form of a mountain peak with three peaks and a snowflake inside it (Figure 5.1), as well as marked with the signs "M + S", "M&S", " M S "(in the absence of wear indicators) during operation on the specified coating - no more than 4.0 mm;
This regulation establishes the need to use:
- During the calendar winter (December-February inclusive) - winter tires;
- In summer (June-August inclusive) - summer tires;
- The rest of the time the tires used are not regulated.
Concepts All seasonal tires, in the new regulation is simply not. However, they will be interpreted as summer in summer, and, accordingly, winter in winter.
But there are requirements, but there is no punishment for their non-fulfillment yet. Those. there is no penalty for driving in winter on summer tires (or vice versa) (yet).
What is this all for
Theoretically, legislators care about the safety of users road transport. The point is that, statistically, most traffic accidents associated with low-quality (worn out, out of season, etc.) rubber. Therefore, they are trying to restore order in this area.
However, in the end it turned out to be a rather mild innovation, which practically does not change the situation.
As for the destruction of the pavement by studded tires, the situation here is regulated through the rubber manufacturers themselves, where the factor of destruction of the pavement by studs is now regulated by standards. That's why the choice of studded or non-studded winter tires is up to the car owner.
Will there be a penalty for driving in winter on summer tires?
Considering that only half-measures have been taken, it should be assumed that in the future the requirements will be tightened. Already, news is coming from the State Duma of the Russian Federation that at the very soon a fine for driving in winter on summer tires in the amount of 2,000 rubles will be introduced. However, this bill is still being discussed and finalized, and when it will come into force is not yet known.
Difficulties in introduction are caused by different climatic zones, as well as the general unpredictability of the weather. It is also possible to introduce restrictions on the actual weather condition. At the same time, it is not clear how to behave if the path is long, through many climatic zones. Carry an extra set of tires with you?
But while all this is not there, it is pointless to argue. In the meantime, it is important to monitor the condition of the tires themselves, depending on their type.
Is the driver required to use seasonal tires?
Funny (ha-ha!), it would seem, the question! After all, it is well known that the technical regulation of the Customs Union (TR CU 018/2011), which came into force on the territory of the Russian Federation, requires the use of winter tires in the winter period (from December to February), and summer tires in the summer (from June to August).
In addition, there is the possibility of expanding this chronological framework. For example, if more detailed consideration of regional climatic features. (Well, really, how can Murmansk and Krasnodar, for example, be put in the same row? How can one demand the same terms for winter tires for fundamentally different climatic zones).
And here the most natural driver's question arises: "And how will they punish those who ignore this requirement of the technical regulations?". We will answer boldly: “Not yet!”. That is, there is a requirement, but failure to comply with it will not lead to sanctions (for example, a fine). What will happen next, we do not know. Well, for now? As they say, go for a walk!
Another Russian paradox?
Immediately make a reservation: there is nothing paradoxical in this! The practice of the Russian legal field has the following examples:
- "kenguryatniki" cannot be installed, and there are no fines for this;
- it is obligatory to stick the “Beginner driver” sign, but there is no responsibility for failure to comply with this requirement;
- the maximum speed of movement cannot be exceeded, but in reality it is possible by 20 km / h, etc., etc., etc.
Normal legal "collisions" and "gaps".
That is why the inspector's claim about the discrepancy between the "shoes" of your car and the notorious technical regulations can be culturally sent to ... this most paradoxical situation. Namely: the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation does not provide for punishment for violation of the norms of an international regulatory legal act - technical regulations.
And that's it! The conversation with the inspector can be completed with the following words: “Allow me, gr. Inspector, keep moving! Be healthy, you have more stars and shoulder straps in two gaps! (the last sentence is optional).
What are we, the drivers, worried about?
And yet the possibility of punishment associated with innovation is present. In the famous "List of faults ...", with which the operation of transport is prohibited, two adjustments were made - one insignificant and the second, on the contrary, important. And both changes affected only the first paragraph 5 of the section "List ...".
A minor change concerns the tread of summer tires. Now the residual tread height varies not by vehicle type - cars, trucks, etc. (as it was before), but by categories - L, M, N, O (in accordance with the notorious technical regulations).
For example, for cars (M1) and trucks with a GVW of not more than 3.5 tons (N1), the residual tread height should be at least 1.6 mm, for "real" trucks (N2, N3) - 1 mm, buses (M2, M3) - 2 mm, motorcycles and others like them (L) - 0.8 mm. As can be seen from the innovations, the form has changed, but not the content of the requirements.
But a significant innovation is the newly introduced requirements for winter tires. If the driver “changed” his car into winter tires with the appropriate marking (an abbreviation for “mud and snow” or an image of a three-peak mountain peak with a snowflake), then minimum height tread must be at least 4 mm. Indeed, there is an option special indicators wear and tear that should not be subject to mechanical damage from exploitation.
In case of violation of the 4 mm residual height of the tread, the driver’s responsibility should come, provided for by the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation - a fine of 500 rubles. But there is a big “BUT” here too…
Who will control and punish the violation of the notorious 4 millimeters?
Here is the question! Let's ask it differently: will the traffic police inspector be able to fine the driver if the residual height winter tread tires of his car is less than 4 mm? Of course, he cannot, because the inspector does not have special diagnostic equipment and the corresponding powers.
Only a diagnostic point that has the right to prevent the operation of a vehicle with such a tire malfunction will be able to prevent it. And then - only at the time of the passage of the periodic technical inspection. And who will punish? It turns out, no one? What a paradox!
It is quite possible that the situation will soon change, but at the moment it is the case in this way. And even if this norm is adjusted, then here the driver will have a chance to avoid liability.
The fact is that the insufficient residual height of the tire tread is a malfunction with which it is allowed to drive the vehicle to the place of repair or parking.
Therefore, a driver caught “red-handed” will always be able to fend off the inspector’s threats by going to a tire shop to replace a worn tire. There was a car in the garage, stood for itself, stood ... I decided to go, and the mice ate the tread. Direct road - to the tire service! Nobody took away this right from the driver.
We wanted the best, but it turned out ...
As always, there are more questions than answers: there are innovations, but the mechanism of their work is not spelled out and not regulated. Therefore, alarmed drivers can calmly exhale. But it doesn't seem to be for long.
And now about the serious. Is it worth the risk when driving on summer tires in winter, and on winter summer? Answer this question for yourself. And be careful, prudent and careful! Live in harmony with the road and be healthy!
How best to behave as a motorist
First of all, use common sense, which excludes driving on summer tires in winter and on winter tires in summer. In addition, the tires must not be damaged, as well as wheel disks.
Disks
Despite the fact that the items about rims have been removed from the regulations, they should not be underestimated. This one, apparently simple design directly affects security.
Cracks are unacceptable (as well as their repair by welding), because. the integrity of the power structure of the part is violated. At emergency braking the disk can simply fall apart with the corresponding consequences.
And violation of the geometry of the mounting holes leads to uneven wear tires, together with additional vibrations and instability of the tire contact patch with the coating.
Summer tires in winter and winter tires in summer
The need to use seasonal tires is obvious. However, often individual drivers do not listen to common sense. If riding in winter summer tires most drivers are still afraid (because summer tires simply harden at low temperatures), then driving on winter tires in the summer is not.
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And what fans of studded tires need to remember
In most regions of Russia, the average daily temperature began to approach zero degrees Celsius. For drivers it main feature that their iron horse» it is worth changing shoes - from summer tires to winter ones. However, on the streets of the country there are a lot of unscrupulous motorists who clearly neglect common sense and basic safety requirements. What threatens them with such irresponsibility?
The winter is coming
According to Rosgidromettsentr, the temperature in the capital and some other regions of the country will be several degrees below normal in the coming days. And because of the negative temperature at night, ice is expected on the roads this week.
Such weather conditions can lead to an increase in the number of accidents - mainly due to the sluggishness of drivers who did not heed the advice of experts and did not change their flying tires to winter ones at an average daily temperature of +7 degrees Celsius. By “changing shoes” in advance, car owners can avoid queues at tire fitting and unnecessary fines.
Since January 1, 2015, for the use of summer tires in winter, which lose their elasticity and grip in cold weather, drivers may be fined 500 rubles. The current law obliges motorists to “shoe” a car in winter from December 1 to March 1 - while the period may vary depending on the natural features of a particular region.
However, there is one “but”: since the Rules of the Road, like the Code of administrative offenses, do not contain restrictions on the use of winter and summer tires, traffic police inspectors can only hold liable those drivers whose cars have worn tires. According to the law, the residual tread depth should not be less than four millimeters, otherwise the motorist is waiting for best case warning, at worst - a fine of five hundred rubles, not to mention a possible accident.
At the same time, in Russia, according to the Technical Regulations of the Customs Union "On the safety of wheeled vehicles", since 2016 it is forbidden to use vehicles that are not equipped with winter tires in the winter period - from December to February. Winter tires must be fitted on all wheels of the vehicle. At the same time, the terms of the ban can be changed upwards by the regional government bodies of the Member States of the Customs Union.
This restriction, however, has not yet been supported by any measures of influence.
Long awaited measure
Correcting the situation may well be under consideration State Duma a bill that toughens the punishment for driving a vehicle in violation of the requirements for the operation of tires and wheels, provided for by technical regulations and traffic rules.
The document, introduced back in 2014, proposes to set a fine of two thousand rubles for “bald” tires or non-compliance of the residual tread depth with the norms of the Technical Regulations, as well as breakdowns, cuts, breaks with cord exposure and carcass delamination. It is clarified that the administrative punishment proposed by the bill will also apply to motorists who have not changed their fixed time summer tires to winter tires and vice versa.
“It is clear that the country is large, we give the right to regional parliaments to review the terms winter period. They will be able to increase it, but they will not be able to reduce it: it will be possible to do it from November 1, but not from January 1,” he said.
The concept of the bill was supported by the Government of Russia, and the document itself was recommended for adoption by the lower house in the first reading by the State Duma Committee on Transport and Construction. However, in the fall of 2016, consideration of the amendments was postponed.
At the moment, according to the chairman of the State Duma Committee on Transport and Construction Evgenia Moskvicheva, the document contains only redundant norms. “This law does not introduce anything new. Research institutes and road builders cannot prove that tires cause any damage to the condition of the roads. A law has already been passed on during which periods each subject has the right to establish the type of tires that can be used in a certain season. We believe that this is enough and today there is no need to adopt another law on this topic,” he said.
According to the deputy, the bill will be considered at a committee meeting in the near future and legislators will recommend it for rejection in the first reading.
At the same time, even for responsible drivers who change tires from summer to winter and vice versa in time, it is important to remember that since April 2017, the operation of studded tires without the “Spikes” identification mark has been prohibited in Russia. For his absence, the traffic police officer will have the right to issue a fine of 500 rubles to the motorist.
On spikes to Europe
In most European countries, the use of seasonal tires is strictly regulated and closely monitored. And in a number European states Riding on studded tires is always prohibited. If you are going to Europe on a winter auto tour, then the most universal solution would be to install winter non-studded tires and take snow chains for especially difficult weather conditions.
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For example, in Finland, for driving on summer tires from December 1, you can get a fine of up to 300 euros, depending on the offender's income. In Austria, the use of winter tires is mandatory from 1 November to 15 April, and all tires with a tread depth of less than four millimeters are considered summer tires. Some trails may require snow chains. The use of chains is allowed only if the roads are covered with a layer of snow or icy roads. Fines can range from 35 euros to five thousand.
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In Bulgaria, the use of tires with spikes is never allowed, but it is necessary to have snow chains with you and use them if indicated. road sign. In Germany, winter tires have been mandatory since 2010, but without strict dates, but only in adverse weather conditions. The use of unsuitable tires can be punished with a fine of 40 euros. Studded tires are also prohibited in the country. Anti-skid chains are allowed with the corresponding sign, while maximum speed must not exceed 50 km/h.
In France, the law does not prescribe the mandatory change of tires to winter, but in the event of an accident, the absence of winter tires will an important factor in determining the cause of the accident.
Details Category: SDA Published on 27.10.2016Information has surfaced on social media that Nov. 1 2016 will be fined for summer tires. Allegedly, the fine will be 5,000 rubles, and the raid is expected on November 1,2,3. What is it - new traffic rules changes Or another rumor from the Internet?
Despite numerous rumors and speculation, Nov. 1 2016 of the year summer tires in winter not provided . The only thing for which a driver can be punished is a violation of the requirements for residual height protector. That is, if a driver drives on winter tires with a tread height of less than 4 mm, or summer tires with a tread height of less than 1.6 mm, he faces a fine of 500 rubles. If summer tires have a tread with a height of more than 1.6 mm, punish the driver even for winter driving they won't work.
If you look at the current version of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, then there really is no fine for summer tires in winter.
However, on October 18, 2016, the State Duma Committee approved and recommended for adoption in the first reading a bill on summer tire ticket. It will amount to 2,000 rubles and may come into force as early as December 1, 2016 of the year.At the same time, the deputies recommended to finalize the document for the second reading. In particular, now it does not indicate the terms for the entry into force of these amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation and the possibility of regional authorities to increase the period for banning the use of tires out of season.
However, to date, this law has not been adopted and signed, therefore, with November 1, 2016 drivers will definitely not be fined for summer tires for years.
The fine for using summer tires in the winter of 2017 excited every car enthusiast. What does the winter studded tire law really mean? What requirements did the traffic police establish regarding equipping a car in winter time? Are all-season tires allowed now? Can traffic police officers be fined for the absence of an identification mark “Sh” on the rear window?
The fine for using summer tires in winter is not accidental. According to official data provided by the State traffic inspectorate, about 60% of all accidents are associated with the lack of tires. The remaining 40% is inappropriate steering, brakes or gearbox. In order to somehow reduce these statistics, legislators decided to introduce measures that are aimed at using tires in accordance with the season.
Driving on summer tires in winter now threatens all motorists with a fine of 500 rubles or a warning. However, this is just a side effect - in fact, it is much worse to get into an accident or lose your life due to the use of tires that are out of season. Employees of the State traffic inspectorate can fine irresponsible drivers, referring to the relevant law adopted on March 24, 2017. In accordance with the revised Technical Regulations "On the safety of wheeled vehicles", during the three winter months (December, January, February), the car must be in without fail equipped with a complete set of tires with spikes for best grip with the road. In the summer, (June, July, August) - it is allowed to drive only on non-studded vehicles in order to reduce the negative load on the roadway.
Due to the special climatic conditions on the territory of the Russian Federation, in some regions, changes may be made regarding the "summer" and "winter" months. So, in Moscow, a penalty for using a summer tire can be imposed as early as November 1, and in some northern regions, studded wheels are in demand all year round. These amendments can be made by local executive authorities in each specific region.
What exactly does the bill reflecting the use of studded wheels contain?
- For the first time, the concept of winter tires and their characteristics are officially introduced. Specific standards are selected for each type of car; there is no standardization and universality.
- How much specifically the fine for summer tires, the traffic police officer can assign after visual inspection Vehicle, if there are small deviations and inaccuracies, then you can limit yourself to a warning with an explanation of the need to use studded wheels.
- To impose a fine from November 1, 2017, in 2018 and in subsequent years, employees of the State traffic inspectorate have the right only if the technical characteristics of the rubber do not match for a certain time of the year.
- The minimum tread depth is 4mm.
- When inspecting the wheels by a traffic police officer, the absence of cracks, holes and breaks should be taken into account.
- It is forbidden to use two on one axis different types winter tires that differ in type, model and degree of wear.
- If the car owner provided winter tires 3 wheels, and one left with summer tires - this is also equivalent to driving a car on off-season tires and can be fined.
- When passing a law, a term such as " all season tires» was not taken into account, therefore, the tire marking and its specifications(the presence of the letter abbreviation M + S or the image of a mountain with a snowflake in the center).
Winter tires "all season". Can it be used?
If you have purchased an “all-weather” kit for yourself and cannot understand whether it is now allowed to use it in the winter, we provide the answer: you can ride an “all-weather” in winter. At the same time, the technical characteristics of the tire, its marking are taken into account.
Velcro, also related to winter tires, is allowed for use in the winter months. In this case, the tread height must be at least 4 mm.
What is the fine for summer tires and the absence of the letter "Sh" in 2017?
According to official data, the amount of penalties for summer tires in the winter of 2017, starting from November, is 500 rubles.
In addition, in accordance with Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, traffic police officers can now fine not only for the use of summer tires, but also for the absence of the “Sh” identification mark. Driving a vehicle where there is no this information, entails the imposition of a fine - 500 rubles, or a warning. This innovation is based on the fact that stopping with summer tires requires a much greater distance than with studded tires. All drivers on the road should be aware technical equipment next to a moving car. This will allow you to correctly adjust the speed, avoiding the creation of emergency situations.
In connection with the new by law, The State traffic inspectorate has the right to impose fines on all drivers who did not take care of installing a warning sign. In accordance with the first part of Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, each car that is equipped with studded tires must provide visual information to other road users. must be installed (glued or hooked) on rear glass car, mainly in the right or upper corner. In the absence of glass - on the back of the car. The sign should not obscure the driver's view, but only warn of the presence of winter tires for nearby road users.
The authors of the bill suggest that this initiative will help reduce the number of accidents on the roads, due to the use of summer tires in winter. Initially, it was planned to punish drivers with a fine of 10 thousand rubles, however, after numerous revisions, the amount of penalties was reduced to 500 rubles, with a subsequent increase to 2,000 rubles.
