A driver caught speeding on the A40 autoroute in France admitted to police that he’s an idiot.
Just after midnight on Sunday, a 26-year-old man heading home to Lausanne was clocked at 258 kph. He was stopped at the Viry péage.
He told police he was in a hurry to get home – and admitted he was an idiot. His licence was taken away on the spot and his Audi RS3 was impounded.
The police tweeted an image of the car and called the speed extremely dangerous. They also tagged it, Fast and Furious.
Economic outlook uncertain for this year
Switzerland’s economic outlook remains cautious, with the KOF Swiss Economic Institute forecasting growth of around one percent in 2026,although that depends on falling oil prices.
Geneva bans the burkini
Geneva’s parliament has voted to ban the burkini in public swimming pools, ending months of heated debate.
Birthday candles banned in Geneva schools
In response to the fire in Crans Montana, birthday candles have been banned in Geneva’s primary schools.
Transit tax moves closer
Switzerland is moving closer to introducing a transit tax for foreign vehicles crossing the country.
Fake Nyon officer fined
A man in his fifties has been convicted in Vaud after impersonating a police officer in several towns, including Rolle and Nyon.
Heavy traffic this Easter
Heavy traffic is expected across Switzerland over the Easter holiday period, particularly on the A2 Gotthard autoroute and the A13 San Bernardino route from March 27.
