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Spring warmth tempts to tire change - but it can be too early
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Spring warmth tempts to tire change - but it can be too early

When the sun comes out and the temperature rises, many drivers are eager to switch to summer tires. But those who hurry too much can both break the law and be forced to make an expensive double change
It's almost time to change your tires, but check the weather
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It's almost time to change your tires, but check the weather

In less than a month, it will be illegal to drive on studded tires unless there are winter road conditions. It's time to plan for tire replacement - but keep an eye on the weather
Safety deficiencies behind fatal accident at Malmö freight yard
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Safety deficiencies behind fatal accident at Malmö freight yard

Safety deficiencies led to the train accident at the Malmö freight yard, where a track worker died, the Swedish Accident Investigation Board (SHK) said.
Suspected Shadow Fleet - how long can they stay in Swedish waters?
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Suspected Shadow Fleet - how long can they stay in Swedish waters?

It may take a long time before the two ships suspected of being part of the Russian shadow fleet can leave Swedish waters. It probably won't be quick, says Mattias Lindholm, a press officer at the Coast Guard
Russian commander of tanker Sea Owl 1 has been detained off Trelleborg
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Russian commander of tanker Sea Owl 1 has been detained off Trelleborg

The Russian commander of the tanker Sea Owl 1, off Trelleborg, has been taken into custody, the press service of the Swedish Prosecutor's Office reports.
Boarded ship Sea Owl I banned from use and may not travel further
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Boarded ship Sea Owl I banned from use and may not travel further

The ship Sea Owl I, which was boarded by police and the Coast Guard outside Trelleborg on Thursday, has been banned from use by the Swedish Transport Agency. "We have identified deficiencies," says press officer Mikael Andersson
Russian commander of boarded tanker Sea Owl I arrested
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Russian commander of boarded tanker Sea Owl I arrested

The Russian commander of the tanker Sea Owl I, which was boarded by police and the Coast Guard outside Trelleborg on Thursday, is suspected of committing several crimes. He was arrested Friday evening
Detainee on bulk carrier Caffa off Trelleborg is Russian citizen
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Detainee on bulk carrier Caffa off Trelleborg is Russian citizen

The person previously arrested on the bulk carrier Caffa off Trelleborg is a Russian citizen, the Swedish Prosecution Authority says.
Person arrested after boarding Russian ship off Trelleborg
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Person arrested after boarding Russian ship off Trelleborg

A person on the bulk carrier Caffa has been arrested, the Coast Guard announced. The ship, which was sailing under a false flag with a mostly Russian crew, has been banned from operating and must remain where it dropped anchor
Coast Guard ship collides with ferry M/S Eckerö in Grisslehamn
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Coast Guard ship collides with ferry M/S Eckerö in Grisslehamn

A Coast Guard vessel has collided with the M/S Eckerö at the port of Grisslehamn. All of the vessel's trips for the day have been cancelled
Electric cars advance in new sales statistics
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Electric cars advance in new sales statistics

New car sales are declining slightly, but electric cars are performing better, new February statistics show.
Major IT problems halt driving tests at Swedish Transport Agency
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Major IT problems halt driving tests at Swedish Transport Agency

The Swedish Transport Agency has major IT problems that, among other things, are affecting people scheduled to take theory tests, several media outlets report.
MP Katja Nyberg says she didn't take cocaine or drive drunk
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MP Katja Nyberg says she didn't take cocaine or drive drunk

MP Katja Nyberg, who formerly belonged to the Sweden Democrats, continues to deny the accusations against her. In an interview with Kvartal, Nyberg says she "has not taken any cocaine" and "has not driven drunk
SD member Katja Nyberg suspected of drug use leaves party, will remain in parliament
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SD member Katja Nyberg suspected of drug use leaves party, will remain in parliament

SD member Katja Nyberg is leaving the party but will remain in parliament as an independent, against the party's wishes. Earlier in the day the Swedish Transport Agency said Nyberg tested positive for drugs after being stopped by police during the off-season
Foreign ships stopped in Sweden, worrying trend continues
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Foreign ships stopped in Sweden, worrying trend continues

More and more foreign ships are being detained in Sweden because they are in poor condition.
Fewer road traffic deaths last year
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Fewer road traffic deaths last year

Last year, 208 people died in road traffic incidents, according to preliminary statistics from the Swedish Transport Agency. That is the second-lowest number on record
28 died at sea in 2025 - the highest number in five years
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28 died at sea in 2025 - the highest number in five years

Most of those who died in accidents at sea in 2025 were older men, according to the Swedish Transport Agency's latest accident statistics.
Swedish Maritime Administration installs radar to counter GPS interference
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Swedish Maritime Administration installs radar to counter GPS interference

GPS interference has intensified in the Baltic Sea in connection with Russia's offensive war against Ukraine. The Swedish Maritime Administration is now installing older technology that responds to radar signals instead of satellites, with the aim of increasing maritime safety
This is what traffic will be like this Christmas: "People don't drive carefully"
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This is what traffic will be like this Christmas: "People don't drive carefully"

In many places, a gray Christmas without snow is expected – and perhaps better traffic conditions. But the Swedish Transport Administration still urges drivers to remain calm
Then you can go to jail for flying a drone
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Then you can go to jail for flying a drone

At the turn of the year, penalties for drone violations will be toughened – even for smaller drones that do not require a driver's license. This should mean increased safety for the public, says Karl-Axel Edén, flight inspector at the Swedish Transport Agency
Here are the license plates that are rejected
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Here are the license plates that are rejected

“GAZA 4E” as a personal license plate was rejected by the Swedish Transport Agency. “PILSNER” and “HORNY” were also not approved
DN launches harsh attack on the Government Offices
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DN launches harsh attack on the Government Offices

Peter Wolodarski, editor-in-chief of Dagens Nyheter, is strongly criticizing the Government Offices. He accuses the agency of having delayed and procrastinated the review of former national security advisor Henrik Landerholm
Train driver training stopped – "Serious"
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Train driver training stopped – "Serious"

The Swedish Transport Agency stops train driver training in Kristinehamn and Nässjö after serious shortcomings.
Transport Agency Proposes Ending Peth Tests for Driver's License Revocation
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Transport Agency Proposes Ending Peth Tests for Driver's License Revocation

The disputed peth tests should no longer be the basis for revoking driver's licenses, proposes the Transport Agency. The rule change will now be sent out for review
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