NTSA Warns Drivers Not to Tamper with Speed Governors or Drive When Drunk

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has issued a warning advising motorists not to tamper with the mandatory speed limiters installed in Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) and commercial vehicles, and to avoid drinking and driving.

In a press release on Saturday, December 20, NTSA cautioned that tampering with these devices is unlawful and endangers the lives of passengers, pedestrians, and other road users.

Additionally, NTSA stated that tampering with or removing speed limiters undermines efforts made by the government and vehicle owners to enhance road safety.

“During the ongoing enforcement operations, we have observed increasing cases of speed limiter tampering,” the statement read.

Additionally, the NTSA reminded motorists that speed is the leading cause of fatal road traffic crashes.

The authority continued to warn all public service vehicle (PSV) operators, drivers, and owners against tampering with or disabling speed limiters as an unlawful act.

In a separate statement, the transport and road safety watchdog warned motorists to avoid drinking and driving.

“Please remember, drink driving kills,” the statement began. “It endangers your life and that of others.”

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These safety-centred releases succeeded a festive period when Kenyan roads had been marred with numerous deaths due to road accidents, including that of a prominent political figure.

To curb instances of drinking and driving, the authority advised Kenyan drivers thatit would be conducting random breathalyser (AlcoBlow) tests.

In a December 19 nighttime crackdown on the Embu-Nairobi highway, the road safety watchdog noted that several motorists were arrested for driving while drunk.

NTSA recommended that individuals planning to drink during the festive season designate a sober driver or use a taxi when the need to commute arises.