Cars

Electric vehicles

03.May 2026. Djordje Barovic (RTS)

What are the most common breakdowns and the most expensive repairs in electric vehicles

According to data from the European Association of Automobile Manufacturers, electric vehicles in the European Union account for about 18,8 percent of new registrations

Car dealership

06.April 2026. IN THE

Who takes billions on cars in Serbia?

Car trade in Serbia between 2022 and 2024 records strong revenue growth, but behind the positive figures there is a structural problem - the market is still dominated by used cars, and several large distributors hold key positions

Crowds in Belgrade

04.December 2025 IN THE

RTS: Why do Serbian drivers like to lie down on the horn

Although we hear sirens on the streets of Belgrade every day, most drivers use them out of impatience, not out of necessity. Experts remind that the law clearly defines the situations when an audible warning is mandatory — and when excessive honking is punishable

A boy was killed and seven other children were injured in a serious accident that took place between Tuesday and Wednesday on the Novi Sad - Belgrade highway.

Chronicle

29.October 2025 IN THE

Several vehicles were damaged on the Ostružnicki Bridge, an iron coupling popped out

On the ring road around Belgrade, on the Ostružnicki bridge, an incident occurred this afternoon when an iron connector on the roadway lifted. Several cars were damaged, and police and towing services are on the scene

Global economy

23.October 2025 Uroš Mitrović

Rare minerals: China's trump card in the battle for global supremacy

As China uses its dominance of rare earth elements as a powerful tool in a global struggle for influence with the US, Donald Trump is stepping up efforts to ensure independence and stability of supply for US industry and threatening Beijing with new tariffs

Ecology

05.September 2025 Jelena Kozbašić (Air Conditioning 101)

Heat islands in cities: Take care of the color of the car

Temperatures in the city are higher than in its surroundings due to the lack of greenery and urbanization. And did you know that even the color of your car contributes to this effect? A new study explains to what extent and in what way

Epilogue of the conflict

14.August 2025 IN THE

Smashed cars without license plates after the protest in Novi Sad

Immediately after the end of the protest in Novi Sad, a group of masked men smashed several cars parked near the "Palčica" kindergarten in Branimir Ćosića Street with sticks and laths. Vehicles without license plates were targeted

Germany

27.May 2025. NR

A man was detained for "stealing" his own car

A German citizen's car was stolen in Romania, which he reported to the Romanian police and insurance. A few weeks later, with the help of GPS, he saw that his car was in Dortmund

19.February 2025. TS

"Jugo" is back: How it gained dubious popularity in Hollywood

Although it gave American drivers headaches, the Yugo gained cult status in Hollywood. The former symbol of Yugoslavia could soon get a second chance, but in a modern version

Cars

18.February 2025. B. B.

The return of the "south" to the big door

Professor Aleksandar Bjelic from Germany wants to develop a prototype of the modern "south" by 2027 and present it at the Expo 2027 exhibition in Belgrade

Cars

18.January 2025 Vremena editorial office

Compass: How do you decide on a car?

How does someone in Germany and China choose which car to buy? What criteria, such as price and quality, does it prioritize?

Auto industry

15.January 2025 Timothy Rooks / DW

Crisis in the auto giant: Does Volkswagen remain German?

Once a symbol of German automotive dominance, Volkswagen is facing a series of problems in global markets. Chinese competition, possible US tariffs and restructuring in Germany threaten to threaten the position of this giant

Cars

14.January 2025 B. B.

Who did this to you: Auto repairers complain about illegal workshops

About 60 percent of car repair shops in Serbia operate illegally, claims the Association of Car Repairers. It works for them that no one controls them, they don't pay taxes, they buy equipment and parts in wholesalers for cash

State aid

12.January 2025 IN THE

For the purchase of an electric "panda" from Kragujevac, a state subsidy of 5.000 euros

The Ministry of Environmental Protection announced the continuation of subsidizing the purchase of electric vehicles, and special attention will be paid to the Fiat Grande Panda model. Citizens and companies will be able to apply for state aid from February, while the deadline for submitting requests is October 31.

Traffic

25.December 2024 MJ

Recommendations of the Auto Club: How to drive in snow and ice

Snow cover, precipitation and sub-zero temperatures bring many troubles to even the most experienced drivers. How to drive as safely as possible in such conditions

Niš

09.December 2024 Ana Adamovic

The municipality is publicly selling furniture, chairs and a wardrobe: "We want everything to be transparent"

The Niš municipality of Medijana, the only opposition party in Serbia, is selling cars and furniture at an auction. Councilor Miloš Bošković talks about this for "Vreme".

Cars

19.November 2024 B. B.

Quality, and made in China: Geely cars in Serbia too

Due to lower prices compared to cars from European manufacturers, high customs duties were introduced in the EU for Chinese cars, and for Geely it is 18,8 percent

Kosovo

01.November 2024 IN THE

Puncture of tires on cars with Serbian registrations in Kosovska Mitrovica

The police in northern Kosovska Mitrovica detained four people after the tires of vehicles with Serbian license plates were punctured in the ethnically mixed neighborhood "Bošnjačka Mahala".

Germany

28.October 2024 Dijana Roscic/DW

The failure of Volkswagen: Three factories fall, a hundred thousand workers in fear of layoffs

German car manufacturer Volkswagen plans to close at least three plants. More than 10.000 workers will be laid off, but the wages of those who remain will be reduced

Auto industry

28.October 2024 Dijana Roscic / Inza Vrede / DW

Environmental hypocrisy: Billions of subsidies for official diesel and gas stations

Four European countries allocate billions to subsidize gasoline and diesel-powered official vehicles, with Germany leading the way with 13,7 billion euros

Auto industry

15.October 2024 IN THE

The owner of the Kragujevac car factory is in trouble: Minus 40 percent, closing the plant is being considered

The car company Stellantis is facing serious problems in the US due to excessive prices that have created an overstock of cars

German giant in crisis

09.October 2024 Inza Vrede / DW

Can Volkswagen survive in the auto industry?

Car sales in Europe are falling, and Volkswagen is at the center of that crisis. Reduced demand and high production costs threaten the future of this large German company, which is looking for ways to remain competitive in the market

Auto industry

19.September 2024 DW

Why is Toyota running away from Volkswagen in the race for the biggest car manufacturer?

While Volkswagen is facing problems, Toyota is breaking sales records

City traffic

30.July 2024 BB

New incident: A bus damaged several cars in the parking lot

Another in a series of traffic accidents caused by or involving city transport vehicles. The most drastic case is from March 2024, when a wheel fell off a bus on route 78 and killed a woman

Germany

27.July 2024 Saša Bojić/DW

German automotive giant ZF Friedrichshafen plans to cut up to 14.000 jobs

ZF is one of the most important manufacturers of auto parts in Germany - and is feeling the changes in the industry with all their might. The concern plans to eliminate up to 14.000 jobs in Germany alone in the next four years

Economy

26.July 2024 IN THE

Big drop in profits of the majority owner of the car factory in Kragujevac

The net profit of Stellantis was halved in the first half of this year, mainly due to weaker sales and restructuring costs, writes the AP agency.

Urban jungle

10.April 2024. Nemanja Rujevic

The mystery of a pest: Martens bite cars, but not in Serbia

In Germany, minks cause millions of dollars worth of damage to cars, and in Europe entire neighborhoods are left without electricity because of their sharp teeth. There are also many white martens in Serbia, but it seems that they haven't gotten hold of the cables yet