Driver Clocked at 199 MPH on Germany’s Autobahn Fined $1,000

German police fined a driver over $1,000 for hitting 199 mph (321 kph) on the Autobahn—124 mph over the limit. The incident occurred near Burg, west of Berlin, on a stretch of road with a 75 mph speed limit. Caught by a roadside radar unit, the driver also lost license points and received a three-month driving ban. While Germany’s Autobahn is known for stretches without speed limits, many sections are regulated. This case reignites debates around whether unrestricted driving should continue. Despite longstanding resistance to universal speed caps, safety and climate concerns persist. This case highlights how speed enforcement technology is increasingly being used to monitor even roads traditionally known for their freedom.

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Source: AP News