NYC's Wealthiest 'Super Speeders' Rack Up $10M in Speed Camera Fines

Analysis finds luxury car owners account for 40% of the city's worst speeders, with one driver owing nearly $100,000 in penalties.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A new analysis by Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets has found that wealthy 'super speeders' in New York City have racked up over $10 million in speed camera fines over the past 12 months. The report found that 40% of these repeat offenders drive luxury vehicles, with the most common being BMWs, Mercedes-Benzes, and Audis. One driver in a 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class already owes a staggering $93,714 in speeding penalties but is still on the road.

Why it matters

The prevalence of wealthy 'super speeders' in New York City highlights the need for stricter enforcement and penalties to curb dangerous driving behaviors, especially among those who can afford the fines. This issue raises concerns about equity, public safety, and the effectiveness of the city's speed camera program.

The details

According to the analysis, the 1,000 worst offenders include 52% who are driving luxury vehicles. The average 'super speeder' has paid over $4,890 in fines, fees and penalties, but still owes an average of $1,266. In total, 950 super speeders have paid off $10,000 or more in fines. Advocates are pushing for new legislation called 'Stop Super Speeders' that would require speed limiters on vehicles to help curb this issue.

  • The analysis covered a 12-month period ending in February 2026.

The players

Transportation Alternatives

A non-profit organization that advocates for safer streets and sustainable transportation in New York City.

Families for Safe Streets

A grassroots organization of New Yorkers who have lost loved ones to traffic violence and are working to make the city's streets safer.

Ben Furnas

The executive director of Transportation Alternatives.

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What they’re saying

“Super speeders are spending millions to speed through your neighborhood in brand new luxury cars.”

— Ben Furnas, Executive Director, Transportation Alternatives

What’s next

Proposed legislation in Albany called 'Stop Super Speeders' could require speed limiters on vehicles to help curb dangerous driving behaviors among wealthy repeat offenders.

The takeaway

This issue highlights the need for stronger enforcement and penalties to address the disproportionate number of wealthy 'super speeders' in New York City, many of whom are driving luxury vehicles. Addressing this problem could improve overall public safety and the effectiveness of the city's speed camera program.