As of October 8, 2026, some notable developments in road traffic in Vietnam include:
1. Hanoi is about to ban trucks and large buses from crossing Thang Long bridge during the day
The authorities announced that from October 9 to November 10, trucks from 2 tons and passenger cars with 16 seats or more will be prohibited from passing through Thang Long bridge from 05:00–22:00 to serve traffic organization and safety. People and transport businesses are advised to proactively choose alternative routes.
2. Strengthen the inspection of sleeper cars
The traffic police force implements a plan to inspect and assess the safety of sleeper buses, including actual surveying and checking technical conditions to reduce the risk of accidents on national highways and expressways.
3. Hanoi continues to handle traffic jams
According to Hanoi's traffic report, the city is:
* Handle spontaneous parking lots.
* Speed up road expansion projects.
* Strengthen sanctions for going in the opposite direction and violations that are the cause of traffic jams and accidents.
4. Continue to tighten the handling of traffic violations
Traffic police forces in many localities maintain checking the following acts:
* Violation of alcohol content.
* Speeding.
* Overload.
* Driving the vehicle does not ensure safety conditions.
This is still a group of violations that are focused on handling during the peak to ensure traffic order and safety.
Recommendations for traffic participants
* If moving through Hanoi from October 9, you should check the route in advance if using Thang Long bridge.
* Keep a safe distance, especially when driving on highways and overpasses.
* Check the technical condition of the vehicle before long trips.
* Comply with speed and alcohol regulations to avoid accidents and penalties.
