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Teenager with Grandpa's car: System tour ends in violent crash in Vienna!
A 16-year-old teenager caused an accident in Vienna with grandpa's not approved car and suffered minor injuries.
Teenager with Grandpa's car: System tour ends in violent crash in Vienna!
On the night of October 5, 2025, there was a spectacular incident in Vienna-Donaustadt, in which a 16-year-old young person illuminated his grandfather's vehicle key unauthorized and undertook a jaunt with his unexpected car. According to the [vienna.at] (https://www.vienna.at/illegale-spritztour-mit-opas-wiener-teenie-Kracht-in- Mehrere-Car/9717560), the young driver lost control of the vehicle around 4:00 a.m. and touched three parked cars on Siebenbürgerstrasse before he was standing.
The 16-year-old, who was traveling with two passengers, 15 and 17 years old, was slightly injured. After a first aid, however, he was released into home care, while the two companions were luckily unharmed. Significant property damage was caused by all vehicles involved, including his grandfather's car. The teenager now has to deal with several ads, including guiding without a driver's license and the use of a vehicle that is not approved for traffic.
Young drivers and their challenges
The incident highlights a major problem: the high risk of accidents by young drivers. According to a study by ADAC accident research, the age group of 18- to 24-year-olds died twice as often as older road users. This abnormality is particularly evident in the night hours, as reported by the traffic watchdog. This often leads to accidents that result from high spirits, inadequate driving experience or excessive speed.
Statistics show that in the period from 2005 to 2020, a total of 29% of the accidents of this age group were sole accidents - a significantly higher percentage compared to older drivers. It is particularly tragic that 76% of the accidents of young drivers happen outside, while many attracted attention with other vehicles with other vehicles due to errors when turning or crossing. Such statistics make it clear that the young generation still has a lot to learn when it comes to safe driving.
The way to more security
Fortunately, the numbers of the crashed young drivers have declined overall. The introduction of the "Accompanied driving from 17" and an absolute alcohol ban for novice drivers could have positive effects here. According to an analysis of the traffic watch, most fatal accidents among young drivers are happening at the weekend, mostly in the late evening and night hours. It is striking that young men are affected more often and are often not strapped, which increases the risk of injury.
The incident in Vienna reminds us of how urgently it is to raise awareness of traffic safety among young people. Although we can see good progress, there is still a lot to do so that there are fewer tragic accidents in the future. The company, parents and schools are required to influence the young generation and to sensitize it to the dangers of road traffic.
We should all do our best to make the streets safer and, above all, to convey more responsibility for their actions for our young drivers.