Sigríður Björnsdóttir is a senior automotive journalist and EV specialist based in Reykjavík. She has covered Iceland's transition to electric vehicles for over eight years and has personally tested every major EV model available on the Icelandic market — including cold-weather range assessments conducted in January and February on routes between Reykjavík, Akureyri, and the East Fjords. Sigríður is a regular contributor to Bílablaðið (Iceland's leading automotive magazine) and has written for Vísir.is and DV on topics including EV infrastructure policy, car ownership costs, and the practical challenges of winter driving for first-time residents. She holds a BA in Journalism from the University of Iceland (Háskóli Íslands) and completed specialist training in automotive technology and sustainable transport at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in 2019. Her work on Vetrarakstur focuses on the financial and practical realities of car ownership in Iceland: insurance structures, import taxes, rental car insurance traps, and the economics of EV vs petrol in the Icelandic climate. She is committed to giving drivers — whether residents, new arrivals, or tourists — the honest, numbers-based information that most automotive media fails to provide.
The midnight sun is one of Iceland's wonders — but it causes fatigue without warning, sun glare, and time confusion. Here's what you need to know.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir10 min read
N1, Orkan and ÓB: where the stations are, fuel prices, and which sections of the Ring Road have the biggest gaps between stations.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir9 min read
The East Fjords, Egilsstaðir, Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach. Everything you need to know about driving East Iceland.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir12 min read
From 24-hour sunshine in summer to 3 hours of light in winter — how daylight affects driving in Iceland by season.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir8 min read
Where to check forecasts, what the warnings mean, and what to do when roads close — a practical guide.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir7 min read
Iceland car seat laws, renting child seats, and practical tips for family road trips around Iceland.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir6 min read
Where are the speed cameras, how much are the fines, and how rental car speeding tickets work in Iceland.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir7 min read
Warning signs, prohibition signs, and Iceland-specific signs explained: blindhæð, einbreið brú, malbik endar, and more.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir7 min read
Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes and Reykjanes Peninsula. The four best self-drive day trips from Reykjavík with realistic timings.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir11 min read
Why Iceland leads the coolcation trend, a complete 7-day Ring Road itinerary, and real cost estimates for summer 2026.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir16 min read
The new per-km road charge explained: rates, billing methods, fuel price drop, and a Ring Road budget comparison.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir11 min read
Real rental rates, insurance trap explained, new kilometer tax, fuel prices, and three full trip budgets: budget, mid-range, comfort.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir15 min read
Kirkjufell, Djúpalónssandur, Arnarstapi cliff walk, the black church — a stop-by-stop driving guide with honest reviews.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir14 min read
Honest comparison: wind vulnerability, cost breakdown, eclipse booking pressure, and which suits your travel style.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir14 min read
Four parking zones, the Parka app, free evening/weekend parking, and how to avoid the 5,000-50,000 ISK fines.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir9 min read
800,000 free-roaming sheep from May to September. How to spot them, avoid collisions, and what to do if you hit one.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir6 min read
Everything you need to know about renting a car in Iceland — which vehicle type you actually need, what the insurance options mean, and how to avoid expensive surprises.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir10 min read
The northern lights can't be scheduled — but you can dramatically increase your chances. Here's the practical guide to aurora hunting in Iceland: forecasts, best locations, photography settings, and what to wear.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir8 min read
Iceland's EV charging network is excellent — but winter cold slashes your range by up to 40%. Here's how to plan charging stops, pre-condition your battery, and drive the Ring Road confidently in an EV.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir8 min read
Which licenses are valid in Iceland, minimum age requirements for rentals, and key traffic rules tourists must know before driving.
Sigríður Björnsdóttir7 min read