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A 57-year-old driver was caught driving on the wrong side on the A3 Bucharest-Ploiești

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22 November 2025, 20:53
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A 57-year-old driver from Prahova County was caught driving against traffic on the A3 Bucharest-Ploiești highway. He managed to avoid a head-on collision by braking suddenly, without causing damage to other vehicles. The Romanian police took notice after images of the incident were shared on social media. Following investigations, the man was identified and penalized, remaining without a license for 120 days and receiving a fine. This incident highlights an increasingly frequent problem on highways in Romania, where driving against traffic has led to dangerous situations. The importance of maintaining a 'safety circle' around the vehicle is essential for avoiding accidents, as explained by expert Titi Aur. He emphasized the need to keep a proper distance between vehicles to prevent collisions.

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Un șofer a condus pe contrasens, pe autostrada A3 Bucureşti – Ploieşti. Momentul în care evită la limită un accident frontal
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Cum a fost prins un bărbat din Prahova, care a condus pe contrasens, pe autostrada A3 Bucureşti – Ploieşti
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Gest inconștient pe A3: un șofer de 57 de ani, filmat conducând pe contrasens. Cum l-a sancționat poliția

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