A vehicle breakdown caused kilometers of traffic backups on the E18 highway west of Oslo during Wednesday morning rush hour.
Road authorities reported the stalled vehicle at 7:35 AM near Sandvika. The incident blocked one driving lane completely.
Traffic quickly built up during the morning commute. By 8:20 AM, drivers faced several kilometers of slow-moving traffic west of Sandvika. Some vehicles came to a complete standstill.
The E18 serves as a major transportation artery connecting Oslo to western regions. Morning commutes typically see heavy traffic volumes along this route.
Road maintenance crews responded to clear the obstruction. Such incidents frequently cause cascading delays throughout the greater Oslo transportation network.
Why do single vehicle breakdowns create such extensive backups? The E18's high traffic volume means any lane closure immediately impacts thousands of commuters during peak hours.