Young Audi speeder threatens road users on the B30!

Young Audi speeder threatens road users on the B30!

The A30 has been in the headlines again in the last few days, and for reasons that are not particularly pleasant. A 19-year-old Audi driver caused a stir on Monday evening after racing from Laupheim towards Biberach at excessive speed around 7:50 p.m. LoudPictureWitnesses reported that the young man was harassing other road users in the left lane, driving closely and repeatedly flashing his headlights. This dangerous driving style was noticed by a 35-year-old witness, who then chased the driver and informed the police.

The situation escalated further when the Audi driver is said to have forced another road user in the market square area in Biberach. The police have now started investigations and are urgently looking for other victims and eyewitnesses. Information can be given to the police station in Biberach on 07351/447-0.

Accident and possible car racing

But that's not the only thing that has put road safety to the test in recent days. Another incident occurred in Biberach on Sunday. At around 2:30 p.m. there was an accident on Königsbergallee in which a 78-year-old VW driver stopped because of a red light. An 18-year-old driver of a black Mercedes was unable to brake in time and crashed into the VW. Fortunately, thanks to the quick intervention of paramedics, the injured were not seriously injured and were able to return home after outpatient treatment.

However, witnesses had observed a combination of dangerous driving behavior between the Mercedes and a gray 3 Series BMW driven by a 20-year-old. Both vehicles were said to have been traveling at excessive speed and the braking noises could be clearly heard. The police confiscated the driver's licenses of the two young drivers on the orders of the public prosecutor, and the investigation points to suspicion of illegal car racing. One wonders where the aggressiveness in traffic comes from.

Growing aggressiveness in traffic

Current studies show that aggressiveness in traffic is increasing. A study by insurers' accident research (UDV) showed that 56% of those surveyed said they would drive faster if they were angry. This not only shows a change in the attitudes of road users, but also that aggressive behavior on the roads has increased. The difference between self-perception and that of others remains significant: while drivers believe they are keeping enough distance from cyclists, many road users perceive this completely differently.

Politicians are required: The head of accident research has called for stricter controls and higher fines for traffic violations, as only 7% of those surveyed were checked last year. Given such numbers, one wonders how many more incidents we will have to experience before we finally respond.

It remains to be seen whether drivers' driving behavior will change following these incidents. In any case, the Biberach police will continue to seek information and calls for witnesses in order to prevent such incidents in the future.