Installing a black box for trucks is now a mandatory regulation of the Ministry of Transport. Installing this device not only helps manage transportation effectively but also ensures traffic safety. So, when installing a black box for a truck, what should vehicle owners keep in mind? The following article from Xe Tải Mỹ Đình will provide you with the necessary information.
Four things to know before installing a black box for your truck
Which Vehicles Are Required to Have a Black Box?
Many transport businesses are still hesitant about installing black boxes for trucks because of concerns about costs. However, according to Decree 86/2014/ND-CP, some types of vehicles are required to install black boxes:
- Passenger transport business vehicles: taxis, fixed-route buses, contract tourist buses.
- Freight transport business vehicles: containers, freight trucks.
- Vehicles with routes longer than 300km.
Technical Standards of Truck Black Boxes
Compliant truck black box
Installing a black box for a truck is not just about installing the device but also ensuring that the black box meets the standards according to regulations. Some businesses have been penalized for installing non-compliant black boxes. So, what requirements must a compliant truck black box meet?
- Have a certificate of conformity issued by the Ministry of Transport.
- Store complete information: vehicle journey, driver information, fuel consumption, revenue…
- Transmit data continuously to the server and management software.
- Be equipped with a warning system.
Deadline for Installing Truck Black Boxes
Based on Decree 86 of the Government, the schedule for installing black boxes for trucks is stipulated as follows:
- Before July 1, 2015: Vehicles engaged in passenger and freight transport.
- Before January 1, 2016: Vehicles transporting goods with a tonnage > 10 tons.
- Before July 1, 2016: Vehicles transporting goods with a tonnage from 7 – 10 tons.
- Before January 1, 2017: Vehicles carrying goods with a tonnage from 3.5 tons to 10 tons.
- Before July 1, 2018: Vehicles carrying goods with a tonnage of less than 3.5 tons.
Penalties for Not Installing a Black Box
To ensure the implementation of installing black boxes for trucks, the Ministry of Transport has issued strict penalties for violations. Vehicle owners who do not install a black box will be fined from VND 2,000,000 to VND 3,000,000, and the driver’s license will be revoked for 30 days. In addition, vehicles without a black box will not be granted badges and registration.
Conclusion
Installing a black box for a truck is a mandatory and necessary regulation to improve the efficiency of transport management and ensure traffic safety. Vehicle owners need to understand the regulations, technical standards, and installation deadlines to avoid being penalized. Contact Xe Tải Mỹ Đình for advice and support on installing standard, quality black boxes for trucks at reasonable prices.
