Taiwan Highway Police Issue 44 Tickets in Service Area Crackdown

Taiwan's highway police have taken action against dangerous driving behaviors, issuing 44 citations during a crackdown at service areas. The National Freeway Bureau's 7th Brigade conducted inspections at the Qingshui, Nantou, and Dongcaotun rest stops on August 1st. The operation targeted vehicle gatherings involving dangerous activities such as drifting, tire burning, and speeding, aiming to maintain safety on national highways.

Among the 44 violations recorded, the most common was failing to wear a seatbelt, with 25 citations issued. Speeding accounted for 13 citations, while other offenses included insufficient tire tread (1), driving without a license (2), and illegal lighting modifications (3). In addition to traffic violations, environmental agencies inspected 25 vehicles for noise pollution, with 9 failing to meet standards and ordered to make improvements.

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Whether it is a highway service area or a rest stop, they are for road users to take a short break. If people want to hold gatherings, they should choose a suitable venue.

The 7th Brigade emphasized that highway service areas and rest stops are intended for brief breaks, not for car gatherings. They reiterated that all users must adhere to regulations. The police will continue to enforce rules against illegal parking, noise, and dangerous driving, with plans for more unannounced joint inspections with the vehicle and environmental authorities to ensure highway safety.

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Once dangerous behaviors such as illegal parking, noise, or sudden acceleration are discovered, they will be ticketed and fined.