Luxury Car Convoy in Da Nang Fined for Traffic Violations

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A convoy of luxury cars and high-end motorbikes has been slapped with fines totalling VND167 million ($6,542) for brazenly running red lights in Da Nang during a celebratory parade. The incident took place on Sunday when eight luxury vehicles, including iconic brands like Ferrari, Lamborghini, and McLaren, joined three cruiser motorbikes in a procession starting from Da Nang International Airport.

As the group approached Phan Chu Trinh Street, several participants violated traffic signals, drawing the attention of local bystanders who quickly shared the incident on social media. The viral footage prompted a swift investigation by local authorities.

On March 18, Da Nang traffic police took action, fining the convoy members for multiple traffic infractions, including ignoring red lights. The penalties included revoking the drivers' licenses to address the seriousness of the violations.

The convoy was linked to Hoang Kim Khanh and Phan Thi Mai, celebrated owners of the Mailisa beauty parlor franchise, marking their business's third anniversary. Mai, who serves as Mailisa's general director, acknowledged the breach. She clarified that the initial vehicle passed through a green light, inadvertently leading others to follow and ignore the subsequent red signal. She termed the incident an "unintentional mistake."

Despite the intentions, authorities stress the importance of adhering to traffic laws to ensure public safety, especially during public exhibitions. This incident serves as a cautionary tale for those participating in similar parades, reported VN Express.