According to the assessment of functional forces, the number of alcohol concentration violations in recent times has decreased compared to previous periods, but actual records show that this number is still at a remarkable level. More concerningly, motorbike and motorcycle drivers continue to account for the largest proportion of the total number of detected cases.
For example, on February 5 and 6, 2026, traffic police (CSGT) forces in 34/34 localities simultaneously organized inspections at time frames from 10am - 2pm and 7pm - 12pm. The results of widespread inspections showed that nearly 3,800 cases of alcohol concentration violations were handled.
Accordingly, on February 5, the national traffic police force discovered 1,839 cases of alcohol concentration violations, of which 1,737 were motorcyclists, accounting for about 94.4% of the total number of violations. By February 6, this number continued to be high when 1,901 cases were handled, of which motorcyclists alone accounted for 1,820 cases, equivalent to about 95.7%.
The situation in some major cities is also not outside the general trend. In Hanoi, on February 6, functional forces controlled 8,684 vehicles and detected 190 cases of alcohol concentration violations. Among these, 186 cases were motorbike drivers, accounting for about 98%.
Functional forces believe that after a period of propaganda and strengthening handling, the majority of people, especially car drivers, have gradually formed the habit of "if you have drunk alcohol, don't drive". This change contributes to reducing the risk of accidents from the group of four-wheeled vehicles. However, violations are mainly concentrated among motorcyclists.
The large difference between the rate of violations as above shows that propaganda work still needs to be further promoted, especially for groups of people who regularly use two-wheeled vehicles.
In addition, the rate of violations concentrated almost absolutely in motorcyclists is also a warning, when the most common means of transport are also the group with the most violations, the pressure to ensure traffic safety becomes even greater.
In parallel with the efforts of functional forces, self-awareness is the most sustainable "shield" to help reduce violations and accidents. Each traffic participant needs to clearly realize that driving a motorbike after using alcohol is not only an illegal act but also directly threatens the safety of themselves and those around them. Because just a little subjectivity, a decision "going close so it's okay" or "drinking a little can still drive" can also lead to serious consequences.
