Members of Taskforce Scelus intercepted a blue Ford Falcon XR6 on the Bass Highway at Penguin about 6.50pm Tuesday 19 November after it was detected travelling at 174km/h in the 100km/h zone.

The driver, a 21-year-old man, allegedly became abusive toward police and was arrested at the scene.

He was charged with multiple traffic-related offences including excessive speeding, failing to display P-plates, as well as abusive language to police.

His vehicle was seized for a period of 28 days.

He was bailed to appear in the Burnie Magistrates Court at a later date.