Speeding Fine News

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Carless Canadian Finance Minister Fined for Speeding

Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, known for her preference for cycling and not owning a car, has been fined $200 for speeding in Alberta. Caught driving at 132 km/hr (82 mph), Freeland has already paid the ticket. The incident's details, such as the speed limit and date, were not disclosed. Freeland represents a parliamentary constituency in Toronto and often emphasizes the health benefits of walking, biking, and using public transportation for her family.

via Reuters|

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automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

Finnish millionaire slapped with record $130K speeding fine based on income.

A Finnish man, Anders Wiklöf, has been issued a $129,544 speeding fine for driving 20 mph over the speed limit. Finland's speeding fines are pegged to a driver's income, based on their daily estimated disposable income. Wiklöf, who is the chairman of a holding company with a net annual revenue of $375 million, has been cited for speeding before and was fined $68,176 in 2018 and $102,000 in 2013.

via Fox News|

#anders-wiklof #automotive #finland

automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

Finnish Speeding Fines Reach Record High for Wealthy Driver

A Finnish man, Anders Wiklöf, has been issued a $129,544 speeding fine for driving 20 mph over the speed limit. Finland's speeding fines are pegged to a driver's income, based on their daily estimated disposable income. Wiklöf, who is the chairman of a holding company with a net annual revenue of $375 million, has been cited for speeding before and was fined $68,176 in 2018 and $102,000 in 2013.

via Fox News|

#anders-wiklof #automotive #finland