Decoding “Xe Lật” – Vietnam’s Blue Plate Trucks

“Government vehicles, temple cars, 80B plates, they just fly on the road!” This common saying among truck drivers in Vietnam, half-joking, half-serious, reflects the current traffic situation. But let’s not delve into right or wrong today. Instead, let’s dissect a more specific issue: “xe lật” – overturned trucks – with blue license plates.

It sounds strange, as “xe lật” usually refers to trucks carrying construction materials or agricultural products. So, what are “blue plate overturned trucks”? What’s so special about them?

What are Blue Plate Overturned Trucks?

Simply put, these are dump trucks, tipper trucks, or even vans, issued with blue and white Quang Nam license plates, typically reserved for government agencies, political organizations, and armed forces. Unlike regular trucks, “blue plate overturned trucks” carry significant implications, tied to serving the community and ensuring national security and defense.

Why are they called “Overturned Trucks” (“Xe Lật”)?

The story goes that a blue plate truck carrying bricks for a commune People’s Committee building construction project overturned on a narrow road due to reckless driving. From then on, locals started calling them “xe lật”. The name sounds humorous, but it reflects concerns about traffic accidents involving blue plate vehicles.

Are Blue Plate Overturned Trucks Allowed to Carry Commercial Goods?

The answer is NO. According to Mr. Nguyen Van A. (traffic expert and author of “Road Traffic Law – Understand Clearly, Drive Correctly”), using government vehicles for personal purposes is illegal. However, in reality, some blue plate overturned trucks still “take advantage” of opportunities to transport goods for extra income.

Pros and Cons of Blue Plate Overturned Trucks

As mentioned, “blue plate overturned trucks” are essentially trucks, differing only in license plates and intended use. Therefore, their advantages and disadvantages are similar to regular trucks.

Advantages:

• Serving public works: Transporting construction materials, providing disaster relief, ensuring public order and security.
• Saving budget: Using government vehicles instead of renting reduces costs.

Disadvantages:

• Potential for negativity: Misuse for illegal transportation, causing economic damage.
• Risk of accidents: Due to the “priority vehicle” mentality, some drivers of blue plate overturned trucks often drive recklessly, disregarding traffic laws.

What to Do When Encountering a Blue Plate Overturned Truck Violating Traffic Laws?

You can record the license plate number, time, location, and take photos or videos as evidence. Then, send the information to the authorities for handling. Avoid blocking the road or taking personal action to prevent unnecessary conflicts.

Conclusion

“Blue plate overturned trucks” are a sensitive issue requiring attention from both the community and authorities. Hopefully, in the future, the misuse of government vehicles will no longer be a concern for road users.

If you want to learn more about other types of license plates, such as what LD motorcycle license plates are, visit the “XE TẢI HÀ NỘI” website.

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