Heightened Police Enforcement on 'Car Friday'

The widely attended 'Car Friday' events across Germany have led to intensified police scrutiny and enforcement due to various traffic violations. In Hamburg, around 1,500 participants with 800 tuned vehicles gathered, resulting in 13 fines and three driving bans. Authorities also detected several red light violations. A similar scene unfolded in Rheinland-Pfalz, where 24 charges were filed for illegal tuning activities, including document forgery.

Elsewhere, in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, police initiated 20 fines, primarily for technical modifications and speeding. An investigation into an illegal race was also launched. In Salzgitter, over 100 vehicles were inspected, with 18 ordered off the road due to technical defects. Notably, a driver was caught racing at 170 km/h in a 100 km/h zone.

In Hessen, extensive checks led to the discovery of 51 offenses and 282 traffic violations, with 34 vehicles prohibited from continuing their journey. The actions underscore the authorities' commitment to curbing aggressive driving and enforcing traffic laws, transforming 'Car Friday' from a day of automotive enthusiasm into one of vigilant regulation.