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- Thailand News
Wheel of misfortune: Hungarian bike boss in hot seat in Thailand
A Hungarian national has been nabbed on Koh Pha Ngan for allegedly running a motorbike rental business in a job reserved for Thai citizens. Police Colonel Apichart Chansamret, head of Koh Pha Ngan police, reported that 40 year old Laszlo Meszaros was arrested at his rented home in Tambon Koh Pha Ngan. During the operation, officers seized an air gun…
- Automotive
What travel insurance covers motorbike accidents?
Riding a motorbike while travelling in Thailand is a great way to explore new places, but it also comes with risks. Road conditions can be unpredictable, and traffic laws may be different from what travellers are used to. Accidents happen, and they can lead to injuries, high medical bills, or even worse. Travel insurance helps cover these risks by paying…
- Crime News
Police intercept over 200 motorbikes in Kanchanaburi for violations
Over 200 motorbikes from the Nam Mai Arb gang were intercepted by police in Kanchanaburi for various legal violations. The gang, travelling from Nong Khao Police Station in Tha Mueang district towards Kanchanaburi City, was stopped by police at 7.10am yesterday, January 12, after receiving reports from locals about their noisy presence on Highway 324. Upon receiving the report, Police…
- Thailand News
Phetchabun police detain 722 in motorcycle gang crackdown
Police in Phetchabun detained 722 people linked to the Nam Mai Aab motorcycle gang gathering, roughly translating to no showering or no bathing. Over 10,000 participants and 6,000 motorcycles assembled in the province, prompting police action to maintain order and ensure public safety. The gathering took place over two days, with Phetchabun’s Provincial Police Commander, Saranai Kongmuang, directing units to…
- Thailand News
YouTubers’ motorbikes spotted on Chiang Mai route on Google
Google Street View captured two stylish motorbikes on the Chiang Mai–Mae Hong Son route, instantly recognised by netizens as belonging to popular YouTubers. The sighting has delighted fans who spotted their idols on the virtual map. Google Street View vehicles, known for capturing 360-degree panoramic images of locations for Google Maps, have a reputation for documenting everything in their path.…
- Thailand News
Motorbike mayhem: Pattaya’s underpass crackdown sparks debate
In a recent traffic enforcement blitz, the Pattaya City Peacekeeping Division, alongside the Pattaya City Police Traffic Division, brought the contentious issue of motorbikes using the underpass into the limelight. The crackdown, resulting in numerous prosecutions, has ignited a fiery debate among residents. Many locals have thrown their weight behind the operation. “Good deeds should be appreciated. This should be done…
- Pattaya News
Russian driver collides with motorbike, leaving one dead
Last night, a Russian man driving a car in Pattaya caused a severe accident by colliding with a motorcycle, leaving one person dead and one critically injured. The incident occurred on Sukhumvit Road, near the South Pattaya traffic light, as the driver, appearing inebriated, sped down the road. Local rescue services quickly arrived at the scene, finding the car’s front end…
- Phuket News
French tourists arrested in Phuket for damaging police chain
Phuket police recently apprehended two French tourists in Patong, Loma Circle, who were caught damaging a police chain used to secure their illegally parked motorbike. The arrest took place on May 2 and was publicised by Patong Police Station only two days after the launch of the You Cut, I Catch campaign by Phuket City Police Chief, Pratuang Pholmana. The…
- Road deaths
Tragic motorbike collision in Phuket leaves three dead, one injured
A devastating motorbike collision on Wiset Road, Rawai, in Phuket, resulted in the death of two foreign men and a Thai woman earlier today. An 18 year old Thai woman, another victim of the incident, was left injured and was immediately rushed to the nearest hospital. The tragic accident, which occurred at approximately 2.48am, was captured on CCTV footage. The…
- Business News
Thai Honda forecast mild ‘declinecycle’ in domestic sales this year
Thai Honda Co, a leading motorcycle manufacturer and distributor, predicts a mild decline in domestic sales to around 1.7-1.75 million units this year. This anticipated dip is attributed to the newly implemented regulations aimed at managing high levels of household debt. In the previous year, Thailand recorded total motorcycle sales of 1.88 million units. For the coming year, sales of…
- Automotive
Navigating the roads of Thailand: Tips for riding a motorbike
Thailand is well known for its bustling cities, stunning scenery, and extensive cultural history. Riding a motorbike in Thailand gives riders unmatched freedom and flexibility, and is one of the greatest ways to see this unique country. Before embarking on a two-wheeled vacation, there are a few crucial things to think about, just as with any foreign place. We’ll offer…
- Guides
Motorbike routes in Thailand: Adventures await for enthusiasts
Thailand has an abundance of thrilling motorbike tours through its varied landscapes and captivating locations for thrill-seekers and adventure seekers. In addition to showcasing the nation’s natural beauties, these incredible motorbike routes offer a unique glimpse into Thailand’s rich cultural legacy and rocky mountain passes. This article reveals some of Thailand’s stunning motorbike routes, which are a must for any…
- Road deaths
Fatal Pattaya motorbike accident: Young woman’s life claimed in baht bus collision
A horrific accident unfolded in the heart of Pattaya during the early hours of yesterday morning, with a young life cut abruptly short. At around 2.30am, the calmness of Pattaya-Naklua Road was shattered by an unfortunate head-on collision involving a baht bus and a motorbike, casting a sombre shadow over the city. Determined to investigate the incident hastily, Bang Lamung…
- Pattaya News
Young Kuwaiti man risks leg amputation after Pattaya motorbike accident (video)
In a recent tragedy, a 19 year old Kuwaiti man is facing the risk of having his leg amputated after a motorbike accident in Pattaya early yesterday morning. The incident occurred when the motorbike he was riding as a pillion grazed against a concrete street barrier on South Pattaya Road. Sawang Boriboon rescuers received arrived on the scene near Bali…
- Phuket News
Motorbike crash on Patong Hill leaves 2 wounded
A motorbike crash on Patong Hill left two people wounded. The incident on Monday occurred on a shortcut road located behind the Tiger Shrine on Patong Hill. Rescuers and police rushed to the scene to find the two victims down a slope off the road. The victims were a 36 year old man named Wuttisak Puttisarn, from Chalong, and a…
- Thailand News
Rescue confusion: Motorcycle sidecar, not trailer truck, found in Thai canal
There was a slight misunderstanding last night when members of a local rescue team and journalists rushed into action to investigate an alleged incident involving a trailer truck that had reportedly fallen off the road and into a canal. The incident took place in Suvarnabhumi district, Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan province. Upon arrival, it was discovered that it was…
- Northern Thailand News
Motorcyclist survives 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan
A motorcyclist survived a 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan National Park. He recounted the terrifying experience of plunging in the early hours of this morning due to stopping by the roadside. At around 2am today, police and rescue teams from Hang Chat sub-district received a report of a man injured in a deep ravine beside a road near…
- Crime News
Pattaya youths arrested after stealing motorbike for joyride
In Pattaya, two Thai youths, a 16 year old and a 12 year old, were apprehended following their theft of a motorbike belonging to a local female cashier. The Pattaya Police arrived at the scene of the crime after receiving the report of the stolen motorbike at around 3.40am this morning. The incident took place along the South Pattaya Road,…
- Pattaya News
Motorbike taxi driver helps nab gold thief in Pattaya
In Pattaya, a courageous motorbike taxi driver, known as a Win, assisted in apprehending an 18 year old gold thief yesterday. The young offender claimed that the high cost of living in the city drove him to commit the crime. The incident occurred at 3pm at the Yaowarat Gold Shop on South Pattaya Road, situated in the Nong Prue sub-district…
- Crime News
Bolt drivers accused of attacking rival motorbike taxi drivers in Pattaya
A group of Win motorbike taxi drivers claim they were attacked by Bolt drivers in Pattaya, following disagreements over customers and territory. The incident, which took place yesterday, resulted in injuries to two individuals, The Pattaya News reported. Last night at around 10.30pm, two motorbike taxi drivers, 50 year old Paitoon Wengwipha and 35 year old Anant Panyim, visited the Pattaya…
- Road deaths
Phuket motorbike tragedy claims life of young Polish woman
A motorbike tragedy in Phuket claimed the life of a young Polish woman yesterday, in Thailand’s latest road accident. The 33 year old rider was killed after she crashed her motorbike and slid under a trailer truck in the Chalong sub-district of Phuket’s main city district. Rescuers arrived at the scene on Chao Fa West Road, in front of a…
- Road deaths
Thai motorbike rider killed in crash with minivan full of tourists in Pattaya
A fatal road accident occurred early this morning when a Thai man, 33 year old Saroj Salao, crashed his motorbike into a white Toyota minivan carrying foreign tourists. The incident happened on Thep Prasit Road at the entrance of Soi Thepprasit 11 in Pattaya, near a road barrier amid ongoing construction work. Sawang Boriboon rescuers arrived at the scene at…
- Thailand News
Phuket motorbike rider’s viral video sparks amusement and debate
On Wednesday, a video titled “The end of a reckless teenager” was posted by TikTok user @lineage5578, showing a young man proudly displaying his modified motorbike. At the beginning of the video, he revs the engine to demonstrate its loud and powerful exhaust, before setting off on a nighttime ride. Keen observers will note that two police officers can be…
- Hot News
Pattaya motorbike accident leaves two residents in grave condition
A Pattaya motorbike accident has left two residents in grave condition as one’s head became trapped under a car. The two were rushed to a local hospital, after colliding in South Pattaya. According to the Pattaya News, Sawang Boriboon rescue services arrived at the scene and found an elderly man stuck with his head trapped under a sedan. The other…
- Thailand News
Thailand is home to the most motorcyclists in the world
The Pew Research Centre reported that Thailand has the most motorcyclists in the world. Similarly, most victims of road accidents in the country are riding motorcycles. If you’ve ever visited Vietnam, you might have noticed the abundance of motorbikes on the road, especially in Ho Chi Minh City. It may lead you to believe that Vietnam has the highest number…
- Phuket News
Patong Police arrest 5 over fight involving foreign motorbike racers
UPDATE Patong Police have arrested five people in connection with the recent fight involving foreign motorbike racers on Bangla Road earlier this week. Police said they used CCTV footage to hunt down two Swedish nationals and three Thais. One of the men arrested admitted that he got involved in the fight after he warned a group of foreign motorbike racers…
- Road deaths
Thailand’s perilous roads claim the lives of 75 foreigners so far this year
Thailand’s deadly roads have claimed the lives of 75 foreigners so far this year. A further 2,886 foreigners were injured, according to data from Thai RSC, an accident information centre. Foreigners getting into road accidents in Thailand regularly make headlines but much more go unrecorded by the media. Data recorded from January 1 – February 15, 2023, reveals that 2,099…
- Phuket News
Police bust foreign drivers, motorbike rentals
After a recent disturbance involving a group of unruly French motorbike drivers, Police in Patong are taking steps to curb irresponsible driving by foreigners. They are going after the drivers themselves as well as the rental companies that allow foreigners to hire motorbikes without properly vetting them. The crackdown is part of an ongoing effort to improve road safety in…
- Pattaya News
Crash involving motorbike and garbage truck kills woman in Chon Buri
Another road tragedy in Chon Buri has claimed a woman’s life. A crash involving a motorbike and a garbage truck killed a woman in Chon Buri early yesterday morning. The victim was identified as 51 year old Thanaployphan Srikun. The incident happened in the Sri Racha district. Police and rescuers found Thanaployphan lying on the ground with severe head wounds.…
- Thailand News
Belgian-Moroccan tourist breaks his back in motorbike crash in northern Thailand
A Belgian-Moroccan tourist broke his back in a motorbike accident en route to a waterfall in the hippie backpacker town of Pai in Mae Hong Son province, northern Thailand, yesterday. Issam Messaoudi and his friend rented a motorbike and headed to Mor Paeng Waterfall when they lost control and came off the steep and slippery road. Messauodi’s friend came out…
