The incident occurred on a lane designated for automobiles with a maximum speed of 100 km/h. A dashcam driver reported seeing a blinding light flash across their windshield. This light came from a motorcycle traveling at high speed against traffic, hugging the median. This dangerous act happened in an instant, startling the driver, but fortunately, no accident occurred.

Motorcycles are prohibited from entering highways, which are reserved for high-speed automobiles. A motorcycle traveling against traffic, especially in a high-speed lane with dazzling headlights, poses a severe risk to the rider and other road users. For automobile drivers, the combination of a dark road and bright, oncoming headlights can temporarily blind them, potentially leading to swerving and chain-reaction accidents.

Decree 168/2024 stipulates a fine of 4-6 million VND for operating a moto or motorcycle on a highway.

Nguyen Vu