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🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A passenger train collided with a freight train in Nymburk area

A passenger train collided with a freight train in the Nymburk region of Czechia, leading to significant disruptions.

Mar 23 • 08:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Larissa: Protest gathering outside the courthouse for the Tempi trial

Demonstrators have gathered early in the morning at the 'Gaiaopolis' venue in Larissa, where the trial for the Tempi railway disaster is about to begin.

Mar 23 • 07:18 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Criticism against abolishing introductory training for driving practice

Critics are voicing concerns over the Swedish government's plan to eliminate the mandatory introductory course for private driving instructors, arguing it undermines driver preparation.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Suspect of photographing a child in the SP metro is detained by security agents

A man was detained by security agents in São Paulo for allegedly taking a photo of a 10-year-old girl without permission in a metro train.

Mar 22 • 23:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: how is the GCM vehicle for dogs that has air conditioning and cost nearly R$ 450 thousand

The new police dog transport vehicle for the Municipal Civil Guard (GCM) in Rio Claro, Brazil, features air conditioning and cost nearly R$ 450,000.

Mar 22 • 13:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver dies after collision with public transport bus in Juiz de Fora

A driver died following a collision with a public transport bus in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.

Mar 22 • 13:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Did you see? Public transport stoppage, 1st case of Mpox, bones found, Ufac elections and more

This article highlights key news stories in Brazil from March 14 to 21, 2026, including a public transport stoppage, the first case of Mpox, and the ongoing health concerns of environmental activist Raimundo Mendes de Barros.

Mar 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Train collision with a person in Litoměřice halted trains on the corridor to Germany

A train collision with a person in Litoměřice has disrupted train services along the route to Germany.

Mar 22 • 09:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Driving without a wheel. A truck in a desperate state shocked policemen in southern Bohemia

A truck in a critically unsafe condition surprised police in southern Bohemia.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Metrovía articulated bus catches fire near the general cemetery

An articulated bus from the Metrovía system caught fire near the general cemetery in northern Ecuador on Saturday, March 21.

Mar 21 • 19:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Incomprehensible situation in VR's toilet - 'At that point, it was a bit late to think'

A passenger had a harrowing experience in a train toilet when she discovered a warning about a faulty door handle only after closing the door behind her.

Mar 21 • 18:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The tram and 12 crucial seconds between the phone call and the crash

The analysis of a critical 12-second interval prior to a tram crash in Milan highlights potential responsibilities in the tragic incident that resulted in two fatalities and numerous injuries.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The IMO is concerned about the rapidly growing risks in maritime transport - Finland is in an exceptionally important period

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) warns of increasing risks to maritime trade amid geopolitical tensions and environmental challenges, with Finland actively participating in discussions on global shipping safety.

Mar 21 • 10:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The modernization plan for trains in New York advances: Kathy Hochul and the MTA announce record investment

The MTA, in partnership with Governor Kathy Hochul, has announced a record investment plan to modernize New York's metro system, replacing nearly 40% of the train cars to enhance passenger safety and travel experience.

Mar 21 • 02:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

There Would Probably Not Have Been a Train Collision in Pezinok If the Dispatcher Had Called the Engineer

A train collision in Pezinok, Slovakia, on November 2025 resulted in over 120 injuries and significant damage, attributed to a dispatcher not communicating properly with the train engineer.

Mar 20 • 17:21 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Decline in Road Crash Stats

South Africa has reported an 11% decline in road crashes and a 10% decrease in fatalities in early 2026 compared to last year.

Mar 20 • 16:32 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Decline in Road Crash Stats

South Africa has seen an 11% decline in road crashes during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous year, according to Transport Minister Barbara Creecy.

Mar 20 • 16:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Motorcyclist dies after being run over by a bus in Fortaleza; woman was injured

A motorcyclist died after being struck by a bus in Fortaleza, while his female companion sustained injuries in the accident.

Mar 20 • 12:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

A city bus passenger lost her leg. Police are asking for help

A passenger of a city bus in Gdańsk lost her leg after being hit by the bus while disembarking, prompting the local police to seek witnesses of the incident.

Mar 20 • 11:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Restrictions on Freight Transport Introduced on Regional Roads

Freight transport restrictions are being implemented on regional roads in Lithuania to prevent damage due to heavy vehicles during a sensitive period.

Mar 20 • 07:08 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Atm defends its trams: "They are safe, breakdowns decreased by 13 percent in a year"

ATMs CEO reassures the public about tram safety following a series of incidents, stating there has been a 13% decrease in breakdowns over the past year.

Mar 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Government update on major licence change for drivers aged over 70

The UK government is considering significant changes to driving regulations for drivers over 70 that include mandatory eyesight tests and other safety measures.

Mar 20 • 03:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Bad news in New York: the transport union reports that the MTA put buses with critical brake failures into service

The Transport Workers Union Local 100 claims that the MTA has put at least 23 buses with critical brake failures into service, a claim the MTA denies.

Mar 19 • 16:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Speed cameras that don't flash could be coming to a street near you

New speed cameras using advanced technology that do not flash when capturing speeding vehicles are set to be trialed in various locations across London.

Mar 19 • 14:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Shocking campaign in Prague. The transport company painted the score 0:1 on trams after the death of a schoolgirl

Following the tragic death of a schoolgirl, Prague's transport company initiated a provocative campaign by painting a score of 0:1 on trams.

Mar 19 • 14:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Final Test of the Second Phase of Indore Metro Completed, Commercial Journey to Start Soon

The second phase of the Indore Metro project has completed its final test, with commercial operations expected to begin shortly after receiving clearance from the safety commissioner.

Mar 19 • 11:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

"He grabbed my thighs!" A young woman fell victim to alleged harassment on public transportation, but fellow passengers did not react

A young woman in Estonia reported an incident of alleged harassment on public transport, with fellow passengers remaining unresponsive during the ordeal.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

How the messy bus station in Luleå will become safer

Luleå's bus station, Loet, is set to undergo improvements to become a welcoming and secure meeting place for travelers and locals alike.

Mar 19 • 10:43 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Investigation into the Circumstances of the Fatal Accident Off Henoko as Two Lives Were Lost

The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is set to investigate the operational circumstances surrounding two ships involved in a fatal accident off the coast of Henoko, Okinawa, where two people died.

Mar 19 • 00:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marambaia BRT station has been out of operation for over 2 months and affects users

The Marambaia BRT station in Belém, Brazil, has been non-operational for over two months due to vandalism, adversely impacting public transport users who now face longer wait times and safety concerns.

Mar 18 • 20:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Car crashes into public transport bus in Teresina

A car collided with a public transport bus in Teresina, Brazil, after allegedly ignoring a right-of-way, though there were no reported injuries.

Mar 18 • 18:26 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Are you going out to drive? Military convoys affect traffic in the coming days

Norwegian authorities are warning drivers of increased military transport, advising them to plan for delays due to military convoys on the roads.

Mar 18 • 17:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bridge connecting the Itajara district to the center of Itaperuna poses a risk

The bridge connecting the Itajara district to downtown Itaperuna has raised safety concerns due to structural issues, leading to a partial closure by the Civil Defense.

Mar 18 • 13:27 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Lack of safety behind fatal accident at the freight yard

A train worker died due to safety shortcomings at Malmö's freight yard, as concluded by the Swedish Transport Agency's Accident Investigation Authority.

Mar 18 • 10:53 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

JR East imposes internal penalties on president and vice president following a series of operational troubles

JR East has imposed internal penalties on its president and vice president due to significant transport issues that have harmed the company's credibility in the Tokyo metropolitan area.

Mar 18 • 07:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police and Detran impose 24 fines, seize vehicles, and find irregularities in school transport in a city in the interior of SP

A recent operation by the Police and Detran in General Salgado, SP resulted in fines, vehicle seizures, and the discovery of irregularities in school transportation.

Mar 17 • 22:37 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Riga City Council Committee to Decide on Mukusalas Street Promenade Next Week

The Riga City Council's Traffic and Transport Committee is set to discuss the condition of the Mukusalas Street promenade next week, focusing on reported defects.

Mar 17 • 13:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Customs officers stopped a Chinese driver with a ton of dangerous meat on D1

Czech customs officers intercepted a Chinese driver on highway D1 who was transporting a ton of unsafe meat.

Mar 17 • 12:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

More Swedes Had Their Licenses Revoked

Nearly 40,000 Swedes lost their driver's licenses last year, with a significant increase in revocations attributed to serious traffic violations.

Mar 17 • 08:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Train in Havlíčkův Brod area hit a person

A train struck a person in the Havlíčkův Brod region of Czechia.

Mar 16 • 21:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Accident between motorcycle and bus leaves man injured in Angra dos Reis

A motorcycle and bus accident in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, left a man injured and requiring hospital treatment.

Mar 16 • 20:02 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'Just Like Riding a Motorbike': Electric Bicycles are Easy to Modify, but Hard to Police

Electric bicycles are frequently modified to exceed legal limits in South Australia, leading to safety concerns and government action.

Mar 16 • 19:08 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Nearly 40K Toyota vehicles recalled due to ‘seats and restraints’ issue

Transport Canada has issued a recall of nearly 40,000 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles over potential seatback failure during crashes.

Mar 16 • 16:46 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Quito adjusts transport frequencies due to curfew in four provinces of Ecuador

Quito is temporarily suspending transport frequencies due to a curfew affecting four provinces in Ecuador.

Mar 16 • 14:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Milan, the driver of the derailed tram does not respond to prosecutors: 'He is still in shock'

The tram driver involved in the deadly derailment in Milan on February 27 remains unresponsive to prosecutors due to shock, following the incident that resulted in two fatalities and numerous injuries.

Mar 16 • 14:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Fog will form in western and northern Estonia tonight, roads will become slippery

The Estonian Transport Agency warns drivers about potential fog and slippery roads in western and northern Estonia tonight.

Mar 16 • 14:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mamdani redesigns 14th Street in Manhattan for 28,000 passengers: there will be a public meeting on March 25

New York City is planning a redesign of 14th Street in Manhattan to enhance safety and public space for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users, with a public meeting scheduled for March 25.

Mar 15 • 21:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Department for Transport update on 'e-bike and e-scooter' number plate laws after question

The UK Department for Transport is considering introducing number plates for e-bikes and e-scooters amid rising concerns about accidents and their use in criminal activity.

Mar 15 • 12:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver dies after truck carrying beef overturns on BR-364

A truck driver died after his vehicle overturned on the BR-364 highway in Campina Verde, Brazil, while transporting beef.

Mar 14 • 15:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

WHAT ELSE? ⟩ Driving licenses are promised for money on TikTok without taking the exam

A new scam circulating on TikTok claims to offer driving licenses for a fee without requiring the official transport agency exam, raising concerns about the consequences for both buyers and sellers.

Mar 14 • 08:00 UTC

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