Swedish Transport Agency Proposes Changes to PEth Testing Rules

The Swedish Transport Agency wants to change PEth testing rules after heavy criticism this spring. Unit manager Katarina Norén admitted the application went too far. Mikael Larsson lost his driver's license following two high PEth tests. He then lost his job as a service technician and his income. He lives in rural Sweden and depends on his car to reach work. Larsson has applied for remote jobs without success. He now studies system development through Sweden's employment service. The agency's proposed rule changes could help others avoid similar situations. PEth tests measure alcohol consumption over weeks rather than current impairment. This testing method has faced questions about its accuracy for driving assessments. Larsson hopes he might receive compensation for his lost license. The Transport Agency's review suggests some decisions might have been wrong. This case shows how administrative decisions can dramatically impact citizens' lives without proper safeguards.