HCMC– HCMC is planning to implement periodic emissions checks for motorcycles and remove outdated vehicles as part of efforts to reduce pollution and improve traffic safety.
The city’s Department of Construction said the measures are part of a green transport strategy aligned with the Government’s goal to develop a “traffic safety city” model, reported the Vietnam News Agency.
Authorities also plan to boost public transport, adopt higher technical standards, and ease congestion in central areas.
Traffic safety regulations, including rules on driver health and working hours, will be strictly enforced. Violations will be subject to stronger penalties.
The department will upgrade traffic infrastructure by reviewing road layouts, signs, and signals to improve safety and reduce accidents.
In the waterway sector, the city will increase inspections during the rainy season. Warning signs will be installed along rivers, lakes, and canals to prevent drowning, particularly among children.
The Office of the Traffic Safety Committee will coordinate with other agencies to develop and implement the “traffic safety city” model.
A proposal by the HCMC Institute for Development Studies suggests replacing around 400,000 gasoline motorcycles used by ride-hailing drivers with electric models by 2030.
The transition will start with a pilot program involving 20,000 electric bikes in 2025 and 2026. Drivers may receive partial subsidies, battery support, or access to low-interest loans.
