ÖBB’s New Cityjet Trains Tested in Extreme Conditions
The climate wind tunnel in Floridsdorf is capable of simulating extreme heat, heavy snow and wind speeds of up to 300 km/h.
Record Demand for Electric Car Subsidies as Support Scheme Ends
The decision on future funding now rests with the next government, with recent speculation about subsidy cuts leading to a surge in registrations.
Fuel Prices in Austria Jump at the Start of 2025
The ÖAMTC points to the rise in oil prices as the main driver behind the increase and advises motorists to avoid motorway service stations.
ÖBB to Hire 4,100 New Staff Each Year
The recruitment drive is partly driven by an expected wave of retirements, with around 1,500 staff departing the company in 2023.
Vienna’s Tram Line 18 to Be Extended
The new service will begin in September 2026, when the tram will operate the full route from Stadion to the U6 station Burggasse-Stadthalle.
Budget Airlines Boost Presence at Vienna Airport
Austrian Airlines (AUA) continued to lead passenger traffic at Vienna Airport in 2024, holding a 46% market share.
ÖBB Reduces Discount Card Prices, But Eliminates Popular Option
ÖBB is reducing the price of the Vorteilscard Classic from €99 to €71 while scrapping the popular Vorteilscard 66.
Vienna Airport Hits 31.72M Passengers in Record-Breaking 2024
Described as an “absolute record,” the figure surpassed the airport’s pre-pandemic peak in 2019 by roughly 50,000 passengers.
Austria Sees Highest Car Registrations in Five Years
Austria recorded 253,789 new car registrations in 2024, the highest figure since 2019, marking an increase of 6.1% compared to 2023.
Vienna Invests €53m in Cycling Infrastructure in 2024
The investment saw the addition of over 23 km of bike lanes and included 60 new projects connecting key parts of the main traffic network.
