ADAC Study Finds E-Scooter Riders Most Likely to Ignore Red Lights

A nationwide analysis of over 66,000 traffic participants reveals concerning trends in red light violations, with E-scooter riders leading the statistics.

The ADAC observed traffic at intersections in five major German cities using AI-assisted cameras, recording 2,833 red light violations among 66,158 participants.
E-scooter riders, the smallest group observed, had the highest violation rate, with over 14% running red lights across the cities studied.
Foot traffic and cyclists also showed significant non-compliance, with 8.5% of pedestrians and 8% of cyclists ignoring red lights.
Motor vehicle drivers were the most compliant group, with only 1.6% running red lights, though some violations were categorized as severe.
The ADAC called for stricter enforcement measures, such as increased police monitoring and automated red light cameras, to improve traffic safety.