Road accident statistics 2024: Decrease in accidents, but more drug offenses
Leipzig police department publishes traffic accident statistics for 2024: fewer accidents, but an alarming increase in drug-related road traffic offenses
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'Leipzig pays attention' road safety campaign raises awareness
Leipzig launches the "Leipzig pays attention" campaign to promote road safety. The aim is to reduce accidents with digital posters, checks and online activities.
After the partial collapse of the Carola Bridge: Saxony's bridges put to the test
The partial collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge has resulted in special inspections of bridges throughout Saxony. The first traffic restrictions are in place in Bad Schandau and Dresden.
Condition of German bridges: safety despite the need for renovation
It remains unclear why the bridge in Dresden collapsed. Generally speaking, bridges in Germany are considered safe. Nevertheless, there is still a need for renovation.
Recall of "Gut&Günstig Delikatess Geflügel-Fleischwurst" due to safety concerns
Consumption is not recommended: The manufacturer is recalling a poultry sausage that was mainly sold at Edeka and Marktkauf.
Focus on road safety at schools in Saxony
For first-graders in particular, the journey to school often poses a safety risk. This is also shown by a large-scale control campaign at the start of school. Many vehicles are traveling too fast.
Saxony plans safety program for traffic
188 people lost their lives on Saxony's roads last year. The Free State wants to significantly reduce these accident figures. The minister responsible is in favor of more 30 km/h zones.
Internal combustion or electric: Which car survives floods best?
Find out how combustion and electric cars fare in floods. Compare safety, watertightness and possible damage in shallow water
Thousands of speeding violations during mobile police checks in Saxony
266,460 vehicles speeding and 5847 red light violations: Police in Saxony register high number of violations