Driving in winter

When winter approaches and temperature drops, the roads get easily black ice. When driving in autumn or winter it is important to pay attention to the road surface and black ice. 

Snow chains are not being used in Finland. Rental cars in Finland will always have winter tires when the season or law dictates. Studded winter tires are the most common winter tires used in Finland.

When the temperature drops below zero, it's recommended to use the engine heater before taking off. All Avis rental cars in Finland have an engine heater which works by pressing the on-button for 1-2 seconds. When you are using the heater for the first time, we recommend checking whether the engine heater is on after pressing the button.

Please note the traffic signs of elks next to the roads. These signs are warnings about places where elks usually cross roads. When you see the signs, you should slow down and observe the roadside. You might also see reindeers walking on the road when driving in Lapland.

When driving in cold weather it is good to carry along winter clothes even though there would be warn in the car due to the warming of the car. In case of emergency you should have warm hat, scarf, pair of winter shoes, winter coat and pants.

In winter, your car may get stuck in the snow or you may have other technical difficulties due to cold weather. In case of technical issues contact our breakdown assistance 010 436 2285. If you are unsure where to call please contact our reservation center 010 436 2200. In case of an emergency or accident, call to 112 which is Finland’s emergency number.