Speeding at 218 km/h on the A64… with a probationary license!

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Two drivers aged 18 and 19 with provisional licenses were intercepted on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, going more than 100 km/h over the legal speed limit.

The two young individuals (fools) were caught on the A64 motorway in Limendous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques) while racing at 218 km/h (207 km/h recorded) instead of the 110 km/h allowed for new drivers.

The motorized unit of Artix abruptly ended their “Fast & Furious” style chase. The two vehicles, a Mini and a BMW, were immediately impounded.

Reminder of provisional license rules:

Young drivers have only 6 points on their license for the first two or three years. They must adhere to reduced speed limits: a maximum of 110 km/h on the motorway (instead of 130 km/h).

Possible penalties:

  • Immediate loss of 6 points → automatic cancellation of the provisional license.
  • License withdrawal and driving ban.
  • Impoundment of both cars (costs borne by the drivers).
  • Court summons for high-speed violation and endangerment of others’ lives: fine up to €1,500, possible judicial suspension or cancellation, and mandatory awareness training.

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This page is translated from the original post "Course à 218 km/h sur l’A64… en permis probatoire !" in French.

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