Low helmet use among motorcyclists putting lives at risk: ThaiHealth
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The latest study from the foundation shows that 82.5% of road accident fatalities last year were of motorcyclists, with 79% of those deaths due to head injuries
A total of 284 people were killed and 2,307 others injured in 2,288 road accidents during the seven days of the New Year road safety campaign, with Bangkok chalking up the most deaths.
Tech institute dean calls for more investment in safety after fatal accident
FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023
A renowned academic has urged contractors to revise their safety protocols for big projects to ensure the safety of commuters following a deadly incident on Rama 2 Road in Bangkok that resulted in the death of one worker and damage to four passing vehicles.
7 Dangerous Days: BMA sets up road checkpoints to keep fatalities low
TUESDAY, APRIL 11, 2023
To keep road accidents and deaths low during the notorious “7 Dangerous Days” of Songkran, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has set up 11 roadside centres to help motorists heading upcountry.
Police to start new driver points system from January 9 to cut road accidents
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 01, 2022
A new score system for motorists aimed at boosting road safety and cutting road accidents will come into force from January 9, the National Police chief said on Thursday.
Industry Ministry to set strict standards for car seats to improve safety
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022
The Industry Ministry intends to issue laws that ensure all entrepreneurs manufacture or import car seats compliant with Thai Industrial Standard (TIS) 3418-2565.
Police award THB120,000 for dashboard clips promoting road safety in April
THURSDAY, JUNE 02, 2022
Several motorists have been awarded thousands of baht for their video clips promoting road safety during the seven days of Songkran under the “7 Days, 7 Clips, 70,000 baht” campaign.