As of: February 16, 2024, 11:27 a.m
By: Moritz Bletzinger
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The self-proclaimed “anti-luxury collective” leaves behind warning signs and deflated tires.
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Three exclamation points and an urgent warning on an SUV.
He shouldn't drive off - the note writers made sure of that.
Kassel – Could this warning actually be well-intentioned?
It is likely that there is a strong conviction behind it, but the SUV driver is unlikely to be happy about the attention of those around him.
Because the statement “danger to life” is tantamount to a lecture.
“Danger to life”: Note advises SUV drivers not to drive off
"Danger!
– Don’t drive off – Danger to life!!,” is the headline of the note that a man posted on Reddit.
The warning is underlined by three exclamation marks.
And what probably annoys the SUV driver even more – his tires were deflated.
From a technical point of view, there should be nothing wrong with his vehicle, but from the perspective of the author of the note, fuel consumption is a problem.
The anonymous authors describe themselves as an “anti-luxury collective”.
They target environmentally harmful luxury cars and lecture their owners.
This approach is not new.
The German climate group “Tyre Extinguishers” is known for its actions against SUVs.
Climate group paralyzes SUVs – and senses the tire frustration: “You are probably very upset”
From the perspective of SUV opponents, the “life-threatening danger” exists primarily for those who cannot afford an expensive car.
They see it as an injustice.
“The richest 10 percent of the world’s population are responsible for over half of emissions.
Bet you’re richer than you think?” is the message on the note.
A way of thinking that the “Last Generation” has also anchored in its new strategic plan.
“One man’s wealth means another man’s poverty,” they criticize.
People in the global south are already losing their livelihoods and even their lives due to the climate crisis.
These arguments are not out of thin air - Europe is also threatened with serious climate consequences if the Atlantic collapses.
But for the SUV driver who can't drive home with flat tires for the time being, good arguments are useless.
And the authors of the note are well aware of this.
“You’re probably very upset – it’s best to take a deep breath,” they advise.
Is that a pun intended?
Letting the air out of tires is a criminal offense: up to two years in prison for property damage
One thing is certain: the attacks on the tires are more than just a petty crime.
An assessment by the Hanover public prosecutor's office has shown that intentionally releasing air from tires can be considered a criminal offense.
At least in such cases there is an initial suspicion.
This involves damage to property and impairment of the functionality of the vehicle.
The Criminal Code provides for a prison sentence of up to two years or a fine for damage to property.
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