In spring, the risk of martens attacking vehicles and causing considerable damage through their bites increases significantly, which can sometimes result in high repair costs. Owners of vehicles with combustion engines are particularly targeted by martens in spring, as the animals are attracted by the cables and hoses installed in the engine compartment and the heat emitted there. The damage that these small predators, which are around 50 centimetres long, can cause is often considerable and can lead to costly repairs. It is therefore very important to take preventative measures to protect against marten bites.

In contrast, owners of electric vehicles can breathe a sigh of relief. The high-voltage cables in electric models, recognisable by their orange colouring, offer improved protection against marten bites thanks to their design. They are sheathed in a corrugated plastic tube, under which there is a metal braid shield. This design not only protects against electromagnetic interference to the on-board electrical system, but also against physical damage from martens. An additional hard plastic cover around the cables almost completely minimises the risk of a short circuit in the high-voltage system caused by marten bites.