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Racing driver in Vienna: 19-year-old stopped at record speed!
In Vienna-Donaustadt, a 19-year-old was stopped for extreme speeding after he evaded a stop.
Racing driver in Vienna: 19-year-old stopped at record speed!
In Vienna-Donaustadt there was a spectacular incident on the Danube bank motorway on the evening of October 7, 2025, which once again points out the dangers of speeding. At around 9:15 p.m., police officers from the Vienna State Transport Department observed a car driver traveling at excessive speed. As the Vienna police Reportedly, the 19-year-old driver was driving at 133 km/h, while only 80 km/h is permitted in this area.
As if that wasn't enough, the driver also shot past in a 30 zone at up to 89 km/h. The young man justified his rapid drive by saying that his wife was not feeling well and he had to get home quickly. The police were unimpressed by this explanation and took the driving license from the probationary license holder. He is faced with several charges that are now being dealt with by the courts.
The problem of speeding
This incident is not isolated. A current analysis by the Austrian Transport Club (VCÖ) shows that all fatal car accidents in Vienna in 2023 occurred due to improper speed. According to VCÖ There were five fatalities, 52 seriously injured and 522 slightly injured. Alarmingly, 42% of fatal accidents are attributed to speeding.
The statistics reflect a serious problem, as 630,409 speeding offenses were punished in Vienna. This clearly shows that the tolerance limits for speeding in Austria may be too high. If you compare this with Switzerland, where you are punished for speeds of 56 km/h in a 50 speed zone, the extent of the problem becomes clear.
Road safety in focus
To improve road safety, it is recommended to adjust your speed, especially during the dark season. This not only affects drivers, but also all road users who rely on drivers to be considerate. Speed controls and better road design are essential to sustainably reduce the number of accidents. Studies show that increasing awareness of speed limits and creating more 30 km/h zones can help.
A comprehensive system for recording traffic accidents in Austria ensures that all relevant data is recorded and used to improve traffic safety. Loud Statistics Austria This data is transmitted daily to obtain a clear picture of the accident situation. Only through constant observation and adaptation can we ensure safety on Vienna's streets.
In summary, it should be noted that compliance with speed limits is vital. Every driver should take care to adapt their speed to the conditions to avoid accidents and tragic consequences.