Zero-percent Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) law to have no regulations in traffic enforcement, as per Schneider's proposal. - Schnieder opposes the enforcement of a 0.0 parts per million limit in circulation
In a recent interview, Federal Minister of Transport, Patrick Schnieder, reaffirmed his stance on the current alcohol limit for drivers in Germany, stating that he sees no need for a reduction. The legal blood alcohol limit for regular drivers in Germany is 0.5 promille, a limit that Schnieder considers "sufficient and effective."
While the EU is introducing stricter alcohol limits for young drivers, there are no current proposals to lower the limit for all drivers in Germany. Schnieder did not discuss his views on this matter in the interview.
When it comes to traffic safety, Schnieder is skeptical about the need for a general speed limit on German motorways. He believes that the average speed on motorways is not as high as one might think, and that there are already many speed limits, construction sites, and traffic jams to contend with.
Another topic that Schnieder addressed was the issue of mandatory driving tests for older drivers. He expressed reservations about the idea, stating that seniors do not pose a particular risk on the roads compared to younger drivers.
In a somewhat surprising revelation, Schnieder also mentioned that he privately drives an electric car in his home region of Eifel.
However, Schnieder did express concerns about the effects of cannabis on traffic, stating that they are relatively unpredictable. He did not elaborate on his views on the current laws regarding cannabis use and driving.
Overall, Schnieder's statements reflect a pragmatic approach to traffic safety, with a focus on maintaining existing measures while questioning the need for new ones. As the Federal Minister of Transport, his views carry significant weight, and it will be interesting to see how they influence future policies in this area.
- EC countries might consider adopting Germany's employment policy on alcohol limits for drivers, as Schnieder's pragmatic stance on reducing the limit seems to reflect effectiveness rather than industry-wide pressure for stricter regulations.
- In the realm of employment policy, Schnieder's private use of an electric car could potentially stimulate discussions regarding the promotion of eco-friendly transportation options within the industry, especially in EC countries with similar public transportation infrastructures as Germany.
- While Schnieder is against lowering the blood alcohol limit for all drivers in Germany, he has shown an openness to discuss the impact of cannabis on traffic safety – an area where finance, sports, and entertainment sectors like racing and auto-racing could provide valuable insights in the development of future employment policies related to substance abuse and driving.
