It starts tomorrow! Penalties are on the way for drivers who do not install winter tires...
Winter tire obligation for commercial vehicles comes into force as of tomorrow; Those who do not comply with the rules will be fined 6 thousand TL.
Quick Look
- Compulsory winter tire application for commercial vehicles throughout Türkiye begins tomorrow.
- In the practice, which will last until April 5, 2027, a penalty of 6 thousand TL will be imposed on those who do not comply with the rules.
- Tire change fees vary between 1,500 TL and 3 thousand TL.
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Why It Matters
In Türkiye, mandatory winter tires are implemented for commercial vehicles every year during the winter months.
Compulsory winter tire application for commercial vehicles throughout Türkiye begins tomorrow. Within the scope of the practice, which will continue until April 5, 2027, an administrative fine of 6 thousand liras will be imposed on vehicle owners who do not comply with the rules. Winter tire replacement fees vary between 1,500 TL and 3 thousand TL depending on the rim size.
WHAT TOOLS DOES THE APPLICATION COVER?
The regulation covers all commercial vehicles carrying cargo and passengers on intercity roads, whether registered in Türkiye or not:
Heavy Vehicles (Trucks, tractors, tankers and buses): All tires on driven axles must be winter tires.
Light Commercial and Passenger Vehicles (pickup trucks, minibuses and commercial taxis): All four tires are required to be winter tires.
Private Cars: There is no legal obligation for private vehicles. However, the General Directorate of Highways and experts recommend the use of winter tires for life safety when the air temperature drops below 7 degrees.
2026-2027 SEASON TIRE CHANGE FEES
Tire removal and installation fees to be applied this season start from 1,500 lira and go up to 3,000 lira, depending on the rim size. The disassembly-assembly tariff was determined as follows:
What to Watch
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An administrative fine of 6 thousand TL will be imposed on commercial vehicle owners.
Very likely · Within months
Open Questions
- How often will inspections be carried out?
