Germany's Autobahn Stau Worsens in 2024, ADAC Reports

Increased traffic and construction contributed to a record 516,000 traffic jams, totaling 448,000 hours of delays.

The ADAC's 2024 Staubilanz recorded a 5% increase in traffic delays compared to 2023, with 448,000 total hours of traffic jams across German autobahns.
A rise in traffic volume by 4% and numerous construction projects were identified as primary causes of increased congestion.
North Rhine-Westphalia remains the most affected region, accounting for over 31% of total traffic jam kilometers, followed by Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.
The worst day for traffic in 2024 was May 17, the Friday before the Pentecost weekend, with 2,500 hours of delays and over 5,200 kilometers of congestion nationwide.
The ADAC emphasized the urgent need for infrastructure modernization, including addressing over 4,000 aging autobahn bridges, to mitigate future traffic issues.