The AutoOccasiounsFestival starts on Luxauto.lu From 1 to 14 June 2026, the AutoOccasiounsFestival by Luxauto is launched. This event puts the spotlight on second-hand vehicles in Luxembourg. For a fortnight, buyers can discover thousands of advertisements on Luxauto.lu. They can also take advantage of exclusive offers from partner garages. Whether you're looking for a city car, an SUV or a new [...]
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Lighting and tyres: vital elements that are too often neglected
Every year, thousands of vehicles are driven with faulty lights or worn tyres, putting everyone's safety at risk. In October 2024, during the «Lights and Tyres» campaign run by the ACL in partnership with Road Safety, 5,307 vehicles were checked across Luxembourg. The results are [...]
School entrances: extra vigilance around schools
Every new school year marks the return of thousands of children to the roads, often on foot or by bicycle, in sometimes complex urban environments. At this time of year, it is crucial for motorists to be vigilant, particularly around schools. On 15 September, children will be heading back to school. This is an opportunity for the ACL to remind everyone that children […]
Don't run out of power and avoid battery failure
In 2024, the 12-volt battery was the main cause of breakdown for motorists in Luxembourg, with 8,123 cases recorded, an increase of 8 % on the previous year. This highlights the importance of looking after your battery to avoid the inconvenience of a breakdown. Why [...]
The Drag Coefficient – a little-known indicator
The coefficient of drag, often referred to by the symbol Cx, is a key indicator in automotive aerodynamics, but it remains little-known by the general public, even though it is essential for automotive engineers. This coefficient measures a car's resistance to the air as it moves. The lower the Cx, the less resistance the car encounters, which [...].
Misfuelling: a costly oversight!
Filling up with petrol is a relatively straightforward process, but a careless mistake can quickly prove costly. Filling up with the wrong fuel at the service station is a mistake that doesn't happen very often. Yet ACL recorded almost 1,115 fuel-related breakdowns in 2024. A breakdown down 20 %, [...]