What is the maximum you can blow?

The maximum amount of alcohol you can have in your blood when behind the wheel varies by country. In many countries, the limit is around 0.05% or 0.08% blood alcohol (BAC).

In Belgium, the limit is 0.05% BAC for motor vehicle drivers and 0.02% BAC for motorcycle and moped drivers.

In France, the limit is 0.5 grams per liter of blood (0.5 g/l) for drivers of motor vehicles and 0.2 grams per liter of blood (0.2 g/l) for drivers of motorcycles and mopeds.

In the Netherlands, the limit is 0.5 grams per liter of blood (0.5 g/l) for drivers of motor vehicles and 0.2 grams per liter of blood (0.2 g/l) for drivers of motorcycles and mopeds.

In Germany, the limit is 0.5 grams per liter of blood (0.5 g/l) for drivers of motor vehicles and 0.3 grams per liter of blood (0.3 g/l) for drivers of motorcycles and mopeds.

In Italy, the limit is 0.5 grams per liter of blood (0.5 g/l) for drivers of motor vehicles and 0.2 grams per liter of blood (0.2 g/l) for drivers of motorcycles and mopeds.

It is important to note that in some countries, such as Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands and France, there are stricter rules for novice drivers, such as young drivers and drivers who have only recently obtained their driving licence. A zero-tolerance policy often applies to this group of drivers, which means that they may not have consumed alcohol before driving.

Also be careful if you practice a professional profession such as a taxi, bus driver, etc. the rules are even stricter (= 0.2 grams per liter of blood (0.2 g/l) or zero tolerance).