Three people were seriously injured when two tuk-tuks crashed while allegedly racing on a Bangkok road. One vehicle flipped over, leaving its driver with a severe head injury. Police are investigating and awaiting blood alcohol test results.

Grab is launching a tuk-tuk service in Phuket after being granted a ride-hailing licence by the Department of Land Transport in September. The "GrabTukTuk" service in Phuket will be on hand to welcome the return of international tourists and support local job creation, the company said.