Since February 2023, Latvia has been donating cars seized from heavily drunk drivers to Ukraine, under a new scheme designed to help the war-torn country. The total value of these impounded vehicles amounts to a substantial 903,453 euros. In addition, the government has been preparing documents for the transfer of 34 more cars, worth 161,880 euros, to Ukraine.
The Latvian parliament, known as the Saeima, passed an amendment to the law on support for Ukraine in February 2023. This amendment specifically allows the confiscated cars to be allocated to the Ukrainian military and hospitals. By doing so, Latvia not only contributes to road safety within its own borders but also extends a helping hand to Ukraine during challenging times.
