The accidents of heavy vehicles that have occurred in many cities recently have once again revealed the disasters that occur when these vehicles do not comply with the prohibitions in the city. To what extent are heavy vehicles and city entry rules applied in Turkey? Are the same prohibitions valid abroad?
Heavy vehicles such as trucks and trucks It is generally prohibited from entering the city for a number of important reasons. The problems caused by driving these vehicles in the city are often not related to traffic congestion. can lead to loss of life.
What are the bans on the navigation of heavy vehicles in Turkey? How much is it inspected? and are fines a sufficient deterrent? The result may not surprise you.
In order to prevent damages, heavy vehicles have off-road hours.
While the entry and exit times of heavy vehicles into the city vary depending on the city, the traffic density in the city also affects the hours. In the Road Freight Transport Directive According to the specifications, heavy vehicles can enter traffic within the given hours.
In many metropolitan cities such as Istanbul and Ankara, the entrance hours of trucks into the city are It is prohibited between 06.00-10.00 and 16.00-22.00. While this ban, of course, does not apply to vehicles with official license plates, it varies depending on the type and tonnage of the load carried by the vehicle.
Vehicles carrying chemicals and hazardous substances There are stricter rules for . These tools are just Between 02.00-06.00 can enter the city. In addition, they can only pass between the European and Anatolian sides via the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge.
The limited maneuverability of heavy vehicles in the city increases the risk of causing accidents and injuries.
Unfortunately, 4 people lost their lives in Istanbul as a result of a truck overturning on a narrow road in the city. Although citizens tried to unload the materials inside the truck to reduce its load, this did not help the people trapped inside the vehicle. Moreover, the accident It happened around 18.45 In other words, in the time zone where trucks are prohibited from entering.
Fortunately, there was no loss of life when a concrete mixer mowed down 7 vehicles in Ankara, but it is certain that it caused heavy damage. Also, when we look at the time when the accident occurred 17.44 We see that it is. This is an hour when heavy vehicles should not be in the city.
Unfortunately, news of another accident came from Izmir. A paper collector who was run over by a truck while trying to cross the road in Karşıyaka lost his life. In this case, the truck’s entry time was within the limits of the prohibitions. The truck was not supposed to be in the city at 15.30.
During what hours are the bans valid abroad?
When we look at our country in general, these types of vehicles are actually allowed to enter during the day. So trucks and trucks, They can enter the city between 11.00 and 15.59. However, it is not possible for heavy vehicles to travel abroad during daylight hours.
in Germany, France, Hungary, Austria The hours between 00.00 and 22.00 are prohibited. In Switzerland, these bans Between 00.00-05.00 Valid for.
Is there any sanction for this?
The fines we encounter are not very deterrent. While the penalty for wearing a license plate contrary to the qualifications or measurements specified in the regulation is 1,985.25 TL, in accordance with Article 49/3, “Motor vehicle drivers carrying cargo and passengers for commercial purposes; Penalty for “driving a vehicle contrary to the driving hours and allowing them to use a vehicle” is imposed on the driver. only 690 TL. Moreover, they are entitled to a 25% discount and the price drops to 517.50 TL.
The penalty imposed on the vehicle owner is 1,506 TL (1,129.50 TL with 25% discount), and 3,135 TL penalty is imposed on the operator or enterprise owner (2,351.25 TL with 25% discount).
Inspections should be increased more frequently.
In fact, there are many control ways to prevent heavy vehicles from entering the city, but we see that there are some disruptions in their applicability. (Again)
At city entrances and at certain checkpoints In fact, traffic police should effectively control the entry of heavy vehicles into the city. Carrying capacities, permits and routes of the vehicles should be examined.
Let’s say the vehicles somehow passed this point, coincided with a task change, and were skipped. Traffic police need to patrol and quickly take action against vehicles that do not comply with the rules.
Let’s say we passed this too, we are faced with camera systems is coming. Traffic and security cameras installed throughout the city constantly monitor the movements of vehicles. It should also be detected automatically, but at this point it immediately comes to our mind that many cameras are used as decoration.
Built on some roads height and weight limiters It may physically block the entrance of vehicles, but our drivers may also have discovered side roads. On top of that directional signs I think we don’t need to add it. (We dream of a world where rules are followed…)
What exactly is the purpose of the ban on heavy vehicles entering the city?
The main purpose of the bans is to regulate traffic flow, improving road safety and minimizing environmental impacts. Heavy vehicles, which include similar transport vehicles such as large trucks and trailers, have large dimensions and Because of its slow movement Heavy traffic hours, especially on narrow streets, become completely unbearable.
In addition, it is more difficult for heavy vehicles to turn and park. traffic flow is further disrupted. In addition to security measures, disruptions caused by congestion also reduce the quality of life in the city.
Another important factor is road safety and damage to infrastructure. The weight of heavy vehicles can create more pressure on the roads, causing the surface to wear out and create potholes.
In addition, environmental impacts cannot be ignored. Heavy vehicles are generally more produces too much carbon emissions and causes serious air pollution. This reduces air quality and negatively affects the health of city residents. There is also noise pollution, of course.
We hope that this issue, which needs to be inspected more frequently, will not cause further loss of life and property. At this stage Drivers also have a big job to do. Being happy thinking that you have passed traffic controls can bring other disasters.
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