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Drastic speeding on the A1: German speeds at 200 km/h!
A 23-year-old German was speeding at over 200 km/h on the A1 in Austria. Driver's license and car confiscated.
Drastic speeding on the A1: German speeds at 200 km/h!
A 23-year-old German driver caused a stir on the A1 motorway near St. Pölten on May 26, 2025 when he was traveling at over 200 km/h, even though the maximum speed limit is 130 km/h. The incident occurred around 1:10 p.m. and prompted immediate action by Austrian authorities. Loud 5min The driver's driver's license was temporarily confiscated and his vehicle was confiscated.
The relevant district administrative authority has been notified and proceedings are being initiated against the driver. Speeding violations like this have serious consequences in Austria, including high fines and possible driving bans.
Rules and fines for speeding
How the catalog of fines As explained, speed limits of 100 km/h and a recommended speed limit of 130 km/h apply on the A1 outside built-up areas. It is measured by radar and laser technology, while the controlling bodies are regularly checked.
- 21-25 km/h zu schnell: 100 EUR, 1 Punkt.
- 26-30 km/h zu schnell: 150 EUR, 1 Monat Fahrverbot.
- 31-40 km/h zu schnell: 200 EUR, 1 Monat Fahrverbot.
- 41-50 km/h zu schnell: 320 EUR, 2 Monate Fahrverbot.
- 51-60 km/h zu schnell: 440 EUR, 2 Punkte.
- Über 60 km/h zu schnell: 700 EUR, 2 Punkte.
The gradation of fines and points can have a major impact on your driving license. A one-month driving ban threatens to exceed 26 km/h outside built-up areas, which can lead to serious consequences in such cases, as in the current example.
Consequences for the driver
The incident highlights the strict traffic rules and their enforcement in Austria. Serious traffic violations, such as driving over 200 km/h, can not only result in fines and points, but also have criminal consequences, especially if they endanger other road users. How ADAC Reportedly, repeated violations could even result in a driving ban within a year.
Drivers should be aware of the applicable speed limits and the possible consequences. After all, any excess can not only be punished financially, but can also have a lasting impact on personal mobility.