The detections were made on the N3 in Co Cavan.

116 people have died on Irish roads so far this year.

A joint operation was conducted yesterday between members of the Cavan Roads Policing Unit and the RSA.

The drivers were caught by Gardaí in Co Cavan yesterday morning.

Both cars were detained under section 41 RTA and both drivers will face court appearances.

A motor bike unit was on the N3 conducting speed checks, issued fixed charge penalty notices to four drivers. 

The driver failed a roadside alcohol test and was arrested.

Cavan Roads Policing Unit stopped their Audi jeep on the N3 between Cavan and Virginia on Friday evening.