July 1st, 2026 marks significant changes in the field of road transport as a series of new regulations and policies officially come into effect nationwide. In addition, relevant authorities continue to implement various solutions to improve traffic safety, reform administrative procedures, and create favorable conditions for citizens and businesses in transportation activities.
1. Many New Road Traffic Regulations Officially Take Effect from July 1st
Today marks the nationwide implementation of a series of new regulations in the field of road traffic. These changes directly affect drivers of cars and motorcycles, transportation businesses, and driving test centers.
Some notable points:
* New regulations on vehicle inspection.
* Changes in driving tests and license issuance.
* Adjustments to some regulations for commercial transport vehicles.
* Additional regulations on child safety in cars.
2. Pickup trucks under 3.5 tons will be traffic-regulated like passenger cars
From July 1st, 2026, double-cab pickup trucks and van trucks with a total weight not exceeding 3.5 tons will be traffic-regulated similarly to passenger cars. This change helps resolve many traffic congestion issues in areas with truck bans or vehicle type restrictions.
3. Vehicle Inspection: Many Procedures Simplified
According to the new regulations:
* Vehicle owners changing license plates or transferring ownership in certain cases will not have to re-inspect their vehicles.
* The installation of certain genuine accessories no longer requires re-inspection.
* Simultaneously, the initial inspection and emissions testing procedures are exempted according to the new regulations.
4. Regulations on Child Safety Seats in Cars Begin to Apply
From today:
* Children under 10 years old or under 1.35 meters tall must use appropriate safety equipment when sitting in a car.
* However, penalties for not using child safety seats will be implemented according to current regulations; citizens should monitor the specific dates for applying the penalties.
5. Hanoi Implements Low Emission Zone Development Plan
Hanoi continues to implement its plan to establish a Low Emission Zone (LEZ), aiming to:
* reduce air pollution;
* encourage the use of clean vehicles;
* increase the percentage of people using public transport;
* implement the plan according to a roadmap from 2026 to after 2030.
6. Other Notable Changes
* Eliminate the driving test simulation section in the driving license examination according to new regulations of the Ministry of Public Security.
* Several new decrees and circulars on driver training, examination, vehicle inspection, and traffic violation penalties will come into effect from July 1, 2026.
Quick summary: July 1st, 2026, is marked by the official implementation of a series of new road transport policies, including changes to vehicle registration, allowing pickup trucks to circulate as passenger cars, regulations on child safety in vehicles, driver's license testing reforms, and a roadmap for developing green transportation in Hanoi.
