Department of Transportation

Today, Taipei City held the 29th Golden Wheel Awards Ceremony, with Mayor Chiang Wan-an expressing gratitude to the city's traffic safety heroes, included 11 senior exemplary professional drivers, 83 outstanding professional drivers, 13 dedicated crossing guard volunteers, 13 teachers, 24 outstanding schools, 20 model traffic safety volunteers, and 3 outstanding traffic safety organizations.

The event's highest honor went to Mr. Wu Cheng-sen, a senior exemplary driver with over 20 years of service for Route 292 at Capital Bus. He diligently follows the eight principles of safe driving, such as always slowing down at intersections and pedestrian crossings to ensure safety. Wu praised Taipei's advancements in bus safety features, particularly the 360-degree surround-view system, which eliminates blind spots and significantly enhances driving safety. Among the awardees was Ms. Chen Yen-an, an outstanding taxi driver with 15 years of service. Known for her careful driving and warm personality, Chen formed close friendships with overseas Taiwanese passengers during the pandemic, even served as a bridge between them and their families in Taiwan, ensuring their parents traveled safely. Her efforts not only enhanced the professional image of taxi drivers, but also demonstrated her social responsibility and dedication.

Mayor Chiang highlighted Taipei's nationwide-first initiative to subsidize public bus operators in upgrading safety equipment, such as systems that provide real-time alerts for tailgating, lane departure, and blind spots to improve driving and passenger safety. In response to new traffic regulations, Taipei also introduced Taiwan's first-ever “Shared Temporary Parking Zones for Commercial Vehicles,” providing safe waiting areas for taxi drivers without disrupting other vehicles and improve safety for seniors and people with disabilities during boarding and alighting, reducing accident risks.

Concluding his remarks, Mayor Chiang expressed deep gratitude to all traffic safety heroes, acknowledging their crucial role in the city's road safety. He emphasized Taipei's commitment to creating safer Taipei by promoting pedestrian-friendly practices, such as ensuring vehicles yield at crosswalks. As part of the city's dedication to “2024 Traffic Safety,” these collective efforts aim to make Taipei a city of safety and love, enhancing residents' daily lives and sense of security.

2024-10-17