Hong Kong urged to expand driver-monitoring systems to reduce traffic accidents

Industry leaders in Hong Kong are urging the government to broaden the scope of driver-monitoring systems beyond public buses to other transportation modes. This recommendation, made on Thursday, follows the government's announcement of a plan to utilize technology to enhance road safety, submitted to the Legislative Council. The Transport Department will conduct a study on the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of extending these systems to other vehicle types, with the potential for mandatory installation in private and commercial vehicles. Alongside technological advancements, industry leaders also advocate for upgrading road infrastructure as a comprehensive strategy to reduce traffic accidents in Hong Kong.