📈 Road Safety: AA Ceylon Advocates for Mandatory Vehicle Testing

The Automobile Association of Ceylon (AA Ceylon), supported by the FIA and UN, has launched a high-level initiative to address rising fatal accidents caused by technical failures in Sri Lanka. • The Current Gap: Out of over 8 million registered vehicles in Sri Lanka, currently less than 20% (only heavy vehicles) are subject to compulsory roadworthiness tests. • Key Concern: Many accidents linked to technical malfunctions go unreported due to private insurance settlements, masking the true scale of the safety crisis. • The Proposal: AA Ceylon has submitted a formal proposal to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and relevant ministries for a low-cost, mandatory testing framework for all vehicle classes, aligning Sri Lanka with international safety standards. • Economic & Social Impact: The initiative, partnered with the Lions Club, seeks to reduce the burden on the national healthcare system (Accident Service) and improve overall road safety for all citizens.