German police have reported that a driver was clocked at 321 km/h (199 mph) on the A2 Autobahn near Burg, making it the fastest speed ever recorded on that stretch.
The section has a posted speed limit of 120 km/h, meaning the motorist exceeded it by more than 200 km/h.
The incident took place on July 28 and was captured by a mobile radar unit called an “Enforcement Trailer” during a routine speed check.
The driver, whose identity has not been released, received a €900 fine, had two points removed from their license, and was banned from driving for three months.
Although Germany’s Autobahn network is well known for long stretches without any formal speed limits, many areas, especially near towns or in high-traffic zones, are restricted.
The A2 near Burg is one such area, and authorities say the extreme speed recorded posed serious risks to other motorists.
The case has fuelled ongoing debate in Germany about whether uniform speed limits should be introduced across all Autobahn routes.
Supporters of limits argue it would improve safety, while opponents believe unrestricted sections should remain a hallmark of German driving culture.
Police in Saxony-Anhalt say similar enforcement campaigns will continue, targeting locations where speedingis common.