Speeding Epidemic: 82.6% of Belgian Traffic Violations in 2024; Authorities Ramp Up Radar Installations
September 15, 2025
The Flandre region accounts for 66% of all speeding fines, supported by a dense network of radars and private companies operating radars-tronçons, which has increased enforcement and raised concerns about its practices.
In Brussels, the most active radars are situated on the E411 at Auderghem and along boulevard de Nieuport, reflecting higher violation rates on busy urban roads.
In Wallonia, the E42 at Jemeppe-Sur-Sambre is the most problematic stretch, issuing nearly 123,000 citations, with other hotspots including the E411 at La Bruyère and the national road 5 at Walcourt, indicating major highways are hotspots for speeding.
Speeding remains the dominant cause of traffic violations in Belgium, accounting for 82.6% of all infractions in 2024, with over 7.63 million violations recorded—an increase of 12.4% from the previous year.
This surge in speeding violations is a major concern because speeding is responsible for 30% of road fatalities in Belgium, highlighting its role as the leading cause of deadly accidents.
To combat this trend, regional authorities plan to install around 40 new radar-tronçons and 100 fixed radars in 2025, aiming to curb dangerous driving behaviors and save lives.
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