Bangkok tops accidents, Phitsanulok leads deaths despite overall drop

Bangkok tops accidents, Phitsanulok leads deaths despite overall drop

12 Sept 07:27 Key points summarised by AI

Road accidents, fatalities, and injuries during the first three days of the Songkran festival saw a significant drop (30%, 18%, 31% respectively) compared to last year, with 535 accidents, 75 deaths, and 488 injuries reported nationwide since April 10.
Speeding was the primary cause, contributing to 63% of accidents, as Bangkok recorded the highest number of incidents (33) and Phitsanulok reported the highest death toll (5).

Cabinet cuts excise tax on E20 and B20 fuels

Cabinet cuts excise tax on E20 and B20 fuels

Yesterday 16:56 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Cabinet approved a three-month excise tax reduction on E20 (5.60 baht/litre) and B20 (5.50 baht/litre) fuels.
This initiative aims to encourage public adoption of these blended fuels, thereby easing living costs and boosting demand for agricultural products used in their production.

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