Donghae City Installs Rear Wheel Lighting on Cargo Trucks and School Buses to Enhance Nighttime Traffic Safety

Improved Visibility at Night and in Adverse Weather
Expected to Prevent Accidents for Pedestrians and Drivers

Donghae City in Gangwon Province (Mayor Shim Kyueon) announced on October 1 that it will promote a traffic safety project in cooperation with the Gangwon Branch of the Korea Transportation Safety Authority, installing lighting devices on the rear wheels of cargo trucks and daycare center school buses as of September 30.

A panoramic view of Donghae City Hall. Provided by Donghae City

This project aims to help drivers secure better visibility at night or during adverse weather conditions such as rain or snow, and to enable pedestrians and other drivers to more clearly recognize the position and movement of vehicles. Through these measures, the project is expected to help prevent traffic accidents and contribute to the creation of a safer road environment.

In particular, by prioritizing the installation of lighting devices on cargo trucks, which have a relatively high risk of traffic accidents, and daycare center school buses that are responsible for the safe commute of children, this initiative is anticipated to become a safety measure that citizens can tangibly experience.

Kim Seonok, Head of the Transportation Division, stated, "We expect that this lighting installation project will greatly help prevent traffic accidents in the region," adding, "We will continue to implement various policies to create a safe traffic environment where all citizens can live with peace of mind."

Meanwhile, the project is being carried out with technical support from S-Lighting Co., Ltd. and in cooperation with the Korea Transportation Safety Authority. The city also plans to further enhance safety by minimizing traffic accidents through regular inspections and ongoing maintenance after the installation of the lighting devices.

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