September 2024 will bring numerous changes: from funding programs to stricter regulations to important dates. The overview.
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Munich – September 2024 will bring a number of changes that will affect various aspects of daily life. From price increases to new subsidies, consumers will have to prepare for innovations. The effects of these changes will be clearly felt in the coming weeks. An overview.
1. New emissions standard “Euro 6e” for vehicles takes effect
The first phase of the new Euro 6e emissions standard will come into force on September 1st. This standard is based on minimizing environmental and health damage caused by vehicles. According to the ADAC, newly registered vehicles must comply with stricter nitrogen oxide limits. The emissions standards will be implemented gradually.
This standard affects not only cars, but also buses and other vehicles throughout the EU. It sets limits for brake and tire wear and imposes new requirements for the durability of components and systems as well as the lifespan of car batteries. Vehicles that do not comply with this standard can only be registered until August 31st.
2. Nationwide warning day on 12 September
The next nationwide warning day will take place on September 12, as announced by the federal government. The federal and state governments are testing their warning systems in a joint exercise. From 11 a.m., various warning devices will be activated, including sirens and warning apps on smartphones, to alert the population. TV and radio stations, the Internet and mobile phones will be tested. The all-clear is planned for 11.45 a.m.
3. New hand luggage rules on airplanes from September
From September 1, 2024, stricter rules will apply to liquids in hand luggage at airports. Passengers will then only be allowed to carry liquids “in containers with a capacity of up to 100 milliliters each in a transparent, resealable 1-liter plastic bag,” according to the Federal Police. This return to stricter controls comes because the reliability of the new CT scanner, which could have allowed larger quantities of liquids, has not yet been fully confirmed by the EU. The stricter regulations will remain in force until the safety concern is resolved.
4. Changes to streaming services
After Netflix, the streaming provider Disney+ has now also announced that it will stop free account sharing from September. In future, an account may only be used in one household. This practice could attract more customers and could also be adopted by other streaming providers.
5. Deadlines and dates in September
There are some important deadlines that citizens should be aware of in September. From September 3rd, for example, home and apartment owners can apply for government support for their heating systems. This support is intended for the replacement of old gas and oil heating systems, with funding of at least 30 percent and up to 70 percent possible.
In addition, the deadline for filing the 2023 tax return for employees without tax advice ended on September 2. Failure to comply with this deadline may result in additional costs. It is therefore advisable to check all receipts and submit them on time.
A deadline in September is also important for entrepreneurs. You must submit your final declaration for the Corona emergency aid by September 30th. These documents must be submitted via a tax advisor or auditor, after which the tax office will decide on possible additional payments or refunds.
Finally, there are two important dates in September for voters in three federal states. State elections will be held in Saxony and Thuringia on September 1st, while Brandenburgers will be called to vote on September 22nd.
6. Organ donation becomes necessary
From next September, it will be possible to note your willingness to donate organs in the health insurance company's app. Until now, this required a signed organ donor card, which you had to carry with you at all times. In 2023, 2,877 organs could be donated in Germany, but there are currently around 8,400 people on the waiting list for a donor organ. Some of the major health insurance companies have already integrated this new function into their apps. In addition, an online register for organ donations has existed since March 2024.
7. DB will abolish reservation requirement on international train routes from September
Most rail travelers in Germany are already familiar with the procedure: although you book a train, the seat is not automatically included and does not necessarily have to be reserved. Since June, however, a different rule has applied to international trains, with reservations required for almost all long-distance train connections. This temporary change, which was introduced due to the expected high demand during the European Football Championship, ended on September 1. However, there is one exception: the obligation to reserve a seat remains in place on the route between Munich and Zurich until October 5.
8. Coca-Cola will likely raise prices noticeably from September
Industry experts announce that Coca-Cola will raise its prices from September 1st. Florian von Salzen, Managing Director Commercial Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Germany, explained at rtl.dethat purchasing prices will rise “in the single-digit percentage range.” It is assumed that this increase will also be passed on to consumers.
However, the exact amount of the price increase at Coca-Cola remains uncertain. Industry insiders suspect Picture an increase of around nine percent. In the future, a case of twelve one-liter bottles could cost 19.99 euros plus deposit. Not only Coca-Cola, but also other brands of the company, such as Fanta and Sprite, will be affected by the price increase. (jh/moe)
