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Proposal requested for a worker radiation safety directive, dealing with risks posed by ionizing radiation exposure.

Avoiding Financial Penalties and Demerit Points When Modifying E-Bikes in Flensburg: Understanding the Regulations

Proposal requested for worker radiation protection directive by Commission, addressing ionizing...
Proposal requested for worker radiation protection directive by Commission, addressing ionizing radiation risks.

Proposal requested for a worker radiation safety directive, dealing with risks posed by ionizing radiation exposure.

In the world of transportation and daily life, a host of changes are on the horizon. Let's take a look at some of the key developments that you should be aware of.

Firstly, for e-bike enthusiasts, it's important to note that adjusting tire pressure, brakes, or suspension on an e-bike is allowed, but any measure that technically increases the maximum speed is prohibited. E-bikes may only provide electrical assistance up to a speed of 25 km/h. The police, along with other regulatory authorities, are on the lookout for manipulated e-bikes, not just high speeds, but also visible changes to the technology.

Tuning kits that classify e-bikes as small motor vehicles are not legal, as they require appropriate registration and insurance for road use. Using a tuned e-bike on a bike path where it's no longer approved could result in fines and points. If an e-bike no longer has a type approval after modification, a €70 fine and a point in Flensburg could be issued.

In other news, air passengers will need to observe new rules during control, as a limit is relaxed at important airports from September. Car drivers and motorcyclists should also prepare for changes, as a popular mountain road will remain closed until 2026.

Moving on to holidays, a new toll system has been introduced in Croatia, which has a decisive advantage.

On a different note, Öko-Test has measured mercury in tuna and warned against two products.

Looking ahead, from September 2025, numerous changes will affect various areas of daily life. Pension reform 2026: Actively old from 2026 - what has already been decided and which questions are still open.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to navigate these changes together.

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