Traffic volume in Ho Chi Minh City is increasing, leading to frequent congestion. To address this issue, HCMC is planning to implement a daytime ban on light trucks. This regulation is expected to reduce traffic congestion and ensure traffic safety. The following article from Xe Tải Mỹ Đình will provide detailed information about the upcoming light truck ban in HCMC.
According to Decision No. 23/2018/QĐ-UBND of the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, HCMC is set to ban light trucks during daytime during peak hours. This significantly impacts freight transport activities within the city.
Definition of Truck Types
To understand the regulation clearly, it is necessary to grasp the definitions of truck types according to regulations:
- Goods Vehicle (Ô tô chở hàng): A vehicle used to carry goods or specialized equipment, with a permissible payload of less than 1,500 kg (excluding pickup trucks).
- Truck (Ô tô tải/xe tải): A vehicle used to carry goods or specialized equipment, with a permissible payload of 1,500 kg or more.
- Pickup Truck (Xe bán tải/xe pickup): A vehicle with a cargo bed integrated with the body, a permissible payload of less than 1,500 kg, and up to 5 seats.
- Motorized Three-Wheeled Vehicle (Xe ba bánh có động cơ): A road motor vehicle powered by an engine, with two axles, four wheels, and the engine and cargo bed mounted on the same chassis.
- Light Truck (Xe tải nhẹ): Includes goods vehicles with a permissible payload under 1,500 kg (excluding pickup trucks), trucks with a permissible payload from 1,500 kg to 2,500 kg, and motorized three-wheeled vehicles.
- Heavy Truck (Xe tải nặng): Includes trucks with a permissible payload over 2,500 kg, tractors, specialized vehicles, trailers, or semi-trailers towed by automobiles.
Light Truck Ban Hours
HCMC is set to ban light trucks during daytime, specifically from 6 AM to 9 AM and from 4 PM to 8 PM daily. Heavy trucks are banned from 6 AM to 10 PM daily, except for certain designated corridor routes.
Area of Application for the Ban
The ban applies within the inner city area of HCMC, bounded by the following routes:
- North and West: National Highway 1 (section from the intersection of National Highway 1 – Hanoi Highway to the intersection of National Highway 1 – Nguyen Van Linh Street).
- East: Hanoi Highway (section from the intersection of National Highway 1 – Hanoi Highway to Cat Lai intersection) – Mai Chi Tho Avenue – Dong Van Cong Street (to Vo Chi Cong Street).
- South: Vo Chi Cong Street (from Dong Van Cong Street to Phu My Bridge) – Phu My Bridge – Elevated Road (from Phu My Bridge to Area A South Saigon intersection) – Nguyen Van Linh Street (section from Area A South Saigon intersection to National Highway 1).
Exceptions
Certain vehicles are exempt from the ban, including:
- Vehicles belonging to the Military, Police, Fire Department, and Transport Inspectors while on duty.
- Pickup trucks and funeral vehicles.
- Van trucks with 5 seats or more or with a permissible payload under 500 kg.
Conclusion
HCMC is set to ban light trucks during daytime to reduce traffic congestion. Transportation businesses, cargo owners, and drivers need to be aware of this regulation to avoid penalties. Understanding the ban hours, area of application, and affected vehicle types will help ensure smoother freight transport operations.
Source: https://vantaihoangminh.com, https://congbao.hochiminhcity.gov.vn
