Significance of Inspection of Vehicles

The Head of Land Transportation in the Central region, Mr. Beyene Tesfamariam, said that the yearly inspection of vehicles can make a significant contribution in reducing traffic accidents and the loss of lives.

Asmara, 20 February 2016 –  The Head of Land Transportation in the Central region, Mr. Beyene Tesfamariam, said that the yearly inspection of vehicles can make a significant contribution in reducing traffic accidents and the loss of lives.

He also called on drivers and owners to ensure the safety of their vehicles, beyond making temporary repairs for the sake of passing the inspection.

With regards to driving schools, Mr. Beyene said that a directive has been given, informing the schools to replace old cars with new ones. He also indicated that 4 thousand drivers and vehicle owners have been fined more than 3.9 million Nakfa due to negligence and mishandling of their vehicles.

Documents from the Land Transportation branch indicate that there are more than 30 thousand vehicles in the Central region.