Spread message in Homburg: This is now checked here!

Spread message in Homburg: This is now checked here!

Today, on May 10, 2025, speed monitoring will be carried out in Homburg at a mobile flash location. According to news.de Installation of the lightning works at 6:09 a.m. on the B 423 in Einöd. A maximum speed of 70 km/h is allowed at the relevant location. The exact locations of the speed camera are not always communicated in advance, which makes it difficult to monitor traffic.

speeding is one of the most common causes of accidents in German road traffic. According to the Road Traffic Regulations (StVO), they are strictly punished. As part of these regulations, there is a catalog of fines that lists the penalties for various traffic violations, including speed and distance violations.

tolerance deductions for speed measurements

The monitoring of the speed applies specific tolerance deductions. According to ADAC , the tolerance deduction at speed measurements for speeds up to 100 km/h is 3 km/h. From a speed of 100 km/h, a deduction of 3 percent of the measured speed is used. This can be important for drivers, since it potentially influences the amount of the fines.

In Germany, a tolerance deduction of 5 km/h to 100 km/h and 5 percent from 100 km/h is granted in mobile surveillance systems, such as the so-called Provida systems. It is also important to note that a constant distance from the checked vehicle is required for measurement over a period of 400 to 500 meters. This can lead to the tolerance deductions in certain situations can even be up to 20 percent.

comparison with international tolerances

The tolerances in other countries vary considerably. In Austria, for example, the same deductions apply as in Germany, while in Switzerland there are different regulations for laser and cycling measurements. In Italy and Spain, the deduction is between 3 and 7 km/h, depending on the device type and maintenance. In France, the tolerances for inpatient and mobile measurements differ, which can lead to unclear situations for foreign drivers.

In addition, the ADAC points out that tachos are not calibrated in cars and that deviations of up to 10 percent plus 4 km/h are permitted. It is all the more important to find out about the correct speed information and, for example, to use cell phone navigation systems that can provide more precise measurements. The ADAC also offers its members free advice on fines.