Authorities say many drivers underestimate speeding risks, noting it as a leading cause of accidents.

A nationwide speed-control operation is underway from early Thursday, running into Friday morning, with mobile patrols and fixed radars deployed across the country.

Road safety is a top priority for the integrated police force, underscoring the campaign’s purpose.

The speed marathon is held twice a year, in spring and autumn, and the autumn edition follows the spring campaign in both aim and structure.

In the last spring edition, over 1.3 million vehicles were checked in 24 hours, with about 4% speeding, including 1.69% detected by fixed cameras and 8.12% by mobile units.

The most recent autumn cycle recaps similarly high inspection numbers and a comparable rate of speeding, continuing the biannual scrutiny.

This autumn push is part of a biannual awareness effort that mirrors the spring campaign in purpose and setup.

Belgian police stress that excessive speeding remains a key road-safety issue and reiterate the ongoing need for checks and driver awareness.

Fixed cameras accounted for 1.69% of offences, while mobile speed cameras detected 8.12%, highlighting the greater effectiveness of mobile units.

The campaign aims to deter speeding by reminding drivers of speed limits and the risks linked to excessive speed.

Belgium’s speed enforcement campaigns occur twice annually, in spring and autumn, with broader participation across local police units.

Local police units will participate actively, conducting more speed checks than usual for the entire day.