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Thailand eyes bus fare rise but freezes rates through Songkran
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Land Transport is preparing to seek approval for a gradual rise in public bus fares to help operators cope with soaring fuel costs, while keeping fares unchanged until April 19 through state compensation during the Songkran travel period.
Applying for driving licenses online is fake news, DLT warns
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2026
The Department of Land Transport (DLT) has warned the public about a Facebook page using its initials to deceive people into paying for driving licenses without exams or tests. The DLT stressed that all driving license applications must be made in person at DLT offices.
Transport Department clarifies no taxi fare hike, studies digital taximeter system
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2025
Transport Department confirms no taxi fare increase and is only studying a digital taximeter system to ensure fairer and more transparent fares
Cabinet approves physical test exemption for driving licence renewal
TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2025
Cabinet approves e-renewal of driving licences without physical tests for eligible drivers; criteria to be set by the DLT.
DLT to inspect all CNG and LPG fuelled vehicles
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 09, 2024
Order applies to all tour buses as well as non-public and public transit buses, vans and minibuses fitted with gas cylinders
Bangkokians all for legalising motorcycle taxis, poll shows
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 09, 2022
Most Bangkokians believe that legalising motorcycle taxi services will offer people more transport options as well as create more career opportunities.
You can now renew your driver’s licence 6 months before it expires
THURSDAY, APRIL 01, 2021
The Department of Land Transport (DLT) has extended the period in which people can apply to renew their driver’s licence, from three months before it expires to six months, director-general Jirut Wisanjit said.
DLT unveils new rules on power, speed of electric vehicles
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 04, 2021
New Department of Land Transport (DLT) regulations governing the minimum speed and power of electric vehicles (EVs) were published in the government gazette on Thursday.
Private cars to soon be allowed to join taxi fleets run by cab applications
MONDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2020
The Department of Land Transport (DLT) plans to allow private cars to be registered as alternative taxis via smart phone applications to meet current demands.
Modifying headlights can cost motorists up to Bt50,000 in fines
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Motorists who have modified their headlights or taillights may face fines of up to Bt50,000, the Department of Land Transport warned recently.