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- 2026-06-29 controversy The Office of the Ombudsman released a report detailing how "queuing gangs" exploited Hong Kong's driving licence ticketing system due to systemic deficiencies. source
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Hong Kong ride-hailing driver test sees over 1,000 sign-ups
Hong Kong has seen a strong initial response to its new combined test for taxi and ride-hailing drivers, with over 1,000 applicants registering on the first day. This initiative by the Transport Department aims to strea…
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Hong Kong orders probe into airport link crash causing traffic chaos
Hong Kong transport authorities have ordered an investigation into the handling of a traffic accident that caused extensive gridlock. A collision involving a truck on the Cheung Tsing Highway led to over three hours of …
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Hong Kong expands autonomous vehicle trials with Baidu robotaxis
Hong Kong is accelerating its testing of autonomous vehicles, with authorities planning to expand road access for trials. The government has issued seven pilot licenses for 63 vehicles, and Baidu is conducting trials of…
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Hong Kong may adjust tunnel tolls amid rising traffic volumes
Hong Kong's Transport Department is considering adjustments to tunnel tolls as traffic volume across the three main harbor crossings has surpassed pre-reform peak levels. While overall congestion has improved since the …
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Hong Kong driving licence system exploited by "queuing gangs", watchdog finds
The Office of the Ombudsman in Hong Kong has criticized the Transport Department for systemic deficiencies that allowed "queuing gangs" to exploit the driving licence ticketing system. These agents submitted a significa…
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Hong Kong police arrest unlicensed teen driver and father
Hong Kong police arrested a 15-year-old boy and his father during a routine traffic operation. The teenager was found driving without a license, and his father was arrested for aiding and abetting the unlicensed driving…
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Four injured in Shenzhen Bay Bridge crash, causing traffic delays
A traffic accident occurred on Hong Kong's Shenzhen Bay Bridge involving two taxis and a private car, resulting in four minor injuries. The collision caused one vehicle to overturn and led to the temporary partial closu…
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Hong Kong sees surge in demand for driving instructor licenses
Hong Kong is experiencing a surge in interest for driving instructor licenses, with 55,440 individuals applying for just 332 available permits. This increased demand is attributed to a gloomy economic outlook, with many…
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Hong Kong urged to expand driver monitoring systems for road safety
Hong Kong's government is being urged to expand the use of driver-monitoring systems beyond public buses to other vehicle types to improve road safety. Industry leaders and lawmakers advocate for a comprehensive strateg…
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Vehicle fire partially closes Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
A vehicle fire in the undersea tunnel of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge led to significant traffic delays on Tuesday. The incident forced the closure of two lanes, leaving only the fast lane open for traffic heading …
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Hong Kong delays taxi driver health check reforms after fatal crash
Hong Kong's Transport Department has postponed plans to lower the mandatory medical certification age for taxi and commercial vehicle drivers from 70 to 65. The proposed changes, which would also require annual check-up…
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Hong Kong halves tunnel tolls for commercial vehicles
Hong Kong is reducing tunnel tolls by 50% for commercial vehicles for a two-month period, starting Sunday. This measure aims to alleviate the financial burden on businesses and drivers facing increased operating costs d…
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Hong Kong to ban new EVs with electronic-only door handles by 2027
Hong Kong will ban new electric vehicles that feature only electronic door handles, aligning with a new mandatory standard from mainland China. This regulation, set to take effect from 2027, aims to enhance safety by en…