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Motorboat accident on A8: Serious traffic jam and injuries near Nellingen!
A collision on the A8 near Nellingen led to an accident involving a motorboat and four vehicles.
Motorboat accident on A8: Serious traffic jam and injuries near Nellingen!
A strange incident occurred on the A8 motorway on Wednesday afternoon, September 18, 2025. In the direction of Ulm-Stuttgart, just before Merklingen in the Alb-Donau district, a motorboat stranded on the median strip. The accident, which was caused by a driver suddenly changing lanes with a boat on a trailer, led to rescue services being deployed for several hours.
How SWR Reportedly, the driver moved unannounced from the right lane to the middle lane, where another vehicle was already traveling. This rash maneuver resulted in a collision with the second car, which then collided with a third car. The situation escalated when the trailer skidded and the boat fell off, ultimately landing on the median strip.
Injuries and damage
One person was injured in the accident, while it took several hours to salvage the boat. Police expressed surprise that the boat did not end up in oncoming traffic, which could have made the situation even more dramatic. In addition, a total of four cars were damaged and the estimated damage is around 50,000 euros. A seven-kilometer-long traffic jam formed in the direction of Stuttgart, which put additional strain on the already busy motorway.
The A8, an important traffic artery, not only connects various federal states, but also numerous major cities in Eastern and Western Europe. Loud DAY24 Accidents often occur on this highway, which is due to the high volume of traffic. Cars, trucks, motorcycles and buses often cause disruptions that severely impair mobility.
The traffic situation at a glance
Unfortunately, traffic accidents like the current incident are not uncommon on German roads. Official statistics show a high number of traffic accidents each year, caused both by human error and by factors such as weather conditions or technical defects. It's not only important to drive carefully during rush hour, but you should also keep an eye on the road during quieter times.
Authorities always advise drivers to exercise caution and a defensive driving style. This could help reduce the number of accidents and associated injuries and damage. Therefore, stay alert, especially on busy motorways such as the A8. Further information about accidents and safety measures can be found on the website Federal Statistical Office.