A motorist was caught breaking the speed limit by more than 60km/h in Co Offaly.
The driver was nabbed while they travelled at a speed of 163km/h in a 100km/h zone.
Gardai stopped the BMW 520 vehicle as it drove on the M4 in Mullingar.
A garda tweet said: "Mullingar Roads Policing Unit detected BMW 520 traveling at 163km - 100km zone on the N4 Mullingar. FCPN to be issued."
Meanwhile, as Met Eireann continues to forecast scorching temperatures, gardai have urged road-users to take extra care.
A spokesperson said: "As the mercury level rises over the next few days, please stay safe on the roads, don’t leave children and animals unattended in vehicles, if swimming please stay safe and obey warning notices.
"Above all mind each other and enjoy the weather!!"