Land Transport Dept. launches anti-road accident prevention campaign for Songkran festival

The Department of Land Transport has launched the anti-road accident campaign for the upcoming Songkran festival.

Deputy Transport Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith on Thursday chaired the official launch of the 2015 anti-road accident campaign that will be active during the annual Thai New Year holiday period.

According to Mr. Arkhom, the DLT has declared 2015 as the year of speed control under the theme “Slow Down, Save Your Live,” which has been designed to encourage motorists to realise speeding can cost both lives and properties.

For this year’s campaign, the department has since March 9 collaborated with 2,000 privately-owned auto service shops across the countries plus certified businesses specialised in installing gas systems for vehicles to offer inspection service for all cars at no charge.

In addition, free engine inspection service will also be offered along main and minor roads throughout Thailand during April 9 and 15.