Next time he pays 1000 for a shock absorber he should think about 85 baht for the bush, and if that is to much do what many of your colleagues do, nothing,.
For those who don't know, Issan is the place North of Bangkok, who farm and supply places like Bangkok with fresh produce, farmed by hard working people who have been forgotten over time but never stop smiling
Maybe he is here to ensure fair play in government house this week or if there is trouble on the streets he will give his advice how to sort it out, ruskie style.
It won't change it has to be changed by education and good parenting skills, or the carnage and loss of life will continue, or can do it your way and keep the loose rules but don't cry when it goes wrong.