A 26-year-old driver received a ban and fine for speeding on the A1(M) in County Durham in April 2024.
The Peterlee court heard the case on February 13, 2025. Taylor sped on April 17, 2024. He drove a Tesla too fast. He went past Aycliffe (Junction 59) and Bradbury (Junction 60).
He broke the 70 mph speed limit. Someone with speed equipment caught him. The court fined Taylor £134. He must pay a £54 victim surcharge.
Prosecution costs added £110, making £298 total. The court issued a payment plan, and Taylor pays £50 each month, starting March 13, 2025.
Taylor is a repeat offender and received a six-month driving ban. Three points went on his record. He claimed exceptional hardship to avoid a ban. Magistrates refused his request.
The court said speed causes accidents and repeat offenders face strict penalties. Disqualification is one penalty.
Taylor’s six-month ban is firm. He must serve the full time. He cannot drive until it ends. Authorities keep enforcing speed limits for safety.