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Minister Crucke investigates street racing app TripRank after police warnings

Minister Jean-Luc Crucke is examining the traffic safety of the app TripRank following warnings from the police and Vias.

14 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Federal Minister of Mobility Jean-Luc Crucke (Les Engagés) has announced an investigation into the street racing app TripRank. This decision comes after warnings from the police and Vias, the government expert in traffic safety.

The app has faced criticism for allowing users to earn points based on their driving speed. This practice raises concerns about potential impacts on road safety.

According to various sources, there is apprehension that such apps might encourage reckless driving behavior and lead to dangerous situations on the road.

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