A new policy for ATVs and UTVs aimed at traffic safety

In 2022, the government established a committee to pay more attention to these vehicle types, as they are not always safe and were involved in several serious accidents.

Residents in the areas where these vehicles frequently operate regularly complain about the nuisance they cause and the dust they stir up. There are also complaints that these vehicles stop and block traffic. The impact of these vehicles on nature is also a concern.

This activity is very popular with our tourists. The committee has been exploring safe regulation options for this reason for the past year. The Public Transport Department gave a presentation regarding ways to improve control over these vehicles. The Department of Technical Inspection (DTI) highlighted their dangerous aspects, and the Tax Office proposed the creation of a new category specifically for these types of vehicle registration.

The government's primary goal is to establish rules and set requirements that all companies offering these vehicles as attractions must comply with. The vehicle's inspection, safety, and compliance with safety requirements are required to ensure everyone's safety. Additionally, work is being done on alternative routes to prevent these vehicles from causing inconvenience to residents and damaging nature. In this regard, the Department of Nature and Environment is in charge of putting the required legislative changes into effect.

Another issue raised involves scooters, Segways, electric scooters, and e-bikes. Some of them already fall into known categories, but others do not. The Prime Minister stated that a scooter or segway is not a vehicle that should be on or alongside the road, as they are not permitted. Since there are already companies offering these means of transport, there will need to be discussions with them to establish regulations for them as well.

Traffic and pedestrian safety are paramount. Therefore, efforts are ongoing to make decisions that benefit everyone.