Hanoi bans vehicles over 16 seats in Old Quarter, leaving drivers confused

Luong Ngoc Quyen Street in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi is among the roads banning vehicles with over 16 seats during peak hours from March 1. The restriction applies to all except buses and school buses from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

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Traffic police patrol key streets to enforce the new restriction, guiding traffic and handling violations.

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Many drivers unknowingly enter restricted streets on the first day of enforcement. Traffic police intervene, provide guidance, and require compliance commitments.

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Traffic in Hanoi’s Old Quarter eases on the first day of the restriction. The ban on large passenger vehicles reduces congestion.

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Streets once clogged by large contract vehicles now see significantly improved traffic flow.

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Drivers appear confused on the first day of the restriction in the Old Quarter. Many are unaware of the new rule and have to adjust their routes.

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Drivers call for more transit points and parking areas to facilitate passenger drop-offs, suggesting better infrastructure to support tourists.

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Hoan Kiem Lake area becomes more accessible as the restriction takes effect. According to Senior Lieutenant Nguyen Thanh Hai, residents and tourists welcome the improved traffic conditions.

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Hanoi designates six transit points to support passenger transport. Locations include Ba Trieu, Tran Nhat Duat, Tran Quang Khai, Tran Khanh Du, Dong Xuan Market, and Phung Hung mural street.

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Hanoi bans vehicles over 16 seats in Old Quarter, leaving drivers confused

VOV.VN - From March 1, Hanoi began piloting a ban on vehicles over 16 seats in the Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hoan Kiem District, leaving many drivers confused on the first day of enforcement.

Hanoi installs over 600 camera clusters to monitor traffic violations

Hanoi bans vehicles over 16 seats in Old Quarter, leaving drivers confused

VOV.VN - From March 1, Hanoi began piloting a ban on vehicles over 16 seats in the Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hoan Kiem District, leaving many drivers confused on the first day of enforcement.

Hanoi installs over 600 camera clusters to monitor traffic violations

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