Starting August 27, Expressway Traffic Police Team No. 3 has officially begun penalizing drivers who fail to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead on the Phap Van – Cau Gie – Cao Bo – Mai Son – National Highway 45 – Nghi Son expressway route. Under current regulations, violators face fines ranging from 4 to 6 million VND and the deduction of points from their driving licenses; penalties are more severe if an accident occurs. This measure aims to reduce multi-vehicle collisions on expressways, as failure to maintain a safe following distance is identified as a common cause of such accidents. (VietNamNet)

 

2. Nationwide comprehensive inspection of passenger buses and trucks continues

 

Traffic police forces are continuing a nationwide comprehensive inspection campaign targeting passenger buses, trucks, container trucks, and commercial transport vehicles. Inspections focus on speed, alcohol and drug use, driving hours, cargo weight, vehicle technical condition, and compliance with transport regulations, aiming to prevent traffic accidents during the peak period of late August and early September. (Ninh Binh Police)

 

3. Stepping up public awareness campaigns on traffic law compliance

 

Alongside enforcement actions, many localities are organizing awareness campaigns for transport businesses and drivers regarding new regulations under the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety. These campaigns focus on maintaining safe following distances, adhering to speed limits, avoiding driving under the influence of alcohol, and enhancing the responsibility of businesses in managing their drivers. (Ninh Binh Police)

 

4. Preparing for traffic safety during the National Day holiday

 

Road management units are continuing to inspect signage, road surfaces, guardrails, and potential safety hazards on national highways and expressways. Simultaneously, authorities are developing traffic diversion and regulation plans for city gateways and high-traffic routes to minimize congestion during the September 2nd National Day holiday. (VietNamNet)

 

5. Stepping up inspections of technical conditions for commercial transport vehicles

 

During this enforcement campaign, authorities are placing special emphasis on checking the technical condition of passenger buses, trucks, and container trucks. Strict penalties will be imposed on vehicles that fail to meet safety standards, are overloaded, exceed passenger limits, or violate regulations on continuous driving hours. These vehicle categories pose a high risk of accidents if not strictly regulated. (Ninh Binh Police)

 

6. Advising drivers on safe expressway driving

 

Authorities advise drivers on expressways to maintain the prescribed safe following distance, strictly avoid tailgating, remain vigilant, and obey all traffic signs. For long journeys during the upcoming holiday, drivers should thoroughly check their vehicle's condition, get adequate rest before driving, and strictly follow the instructions of traffic police to ensure their own safety and that of the community. (VietNamNet)

 

Summary

 

Key events on August 27, 2026, included traffic police officially issuing penalties for failure to maintain safe following distances on certain expressways, continuing a nationwide general inspection campaign for passenger buses and trucks, and intensifying public awareness efforts alongside technical inspections of commercial transport vehicles. These are key measures aimed at reducing traffic accidents and ensuring traffic order and safety during the upcoming National Day (September 2) holiday.