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Traffic fatalities climb in Taiwan as safety gaps widen
Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation reports 264 road deaths in January, highlighting persistent safety risks. New Taipei City leads with 44 fatalities. Motorcycle accidents are a key factor. Efforts to improve safety include upgrading intersections and increasing enforcement.
2026/04/09 17:58
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Kaohsiung accident raises questions on driver testing
A tragic accident in Kaohsiung City involved a 77-year-old driver colliding with a motorcycle, killing a mother and injuring her son. Authorities investigate as elderly driver incidents persist despite safety policies.
2025/12/18 16:04
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Taiwan motorcycle exports fall 3.13% but demand stays strong
Taiwan’s motorcycle exports hit NT$4.902 billion from Jan. to Sept. 2023, despite a 3.13% drop. Japan leads as the top market, with a 51.73% rise in demand.
2025/11/26 16:51
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Uber Eats Taiwan reaches billion trips, ranks 2nd globally
Uber Eats Taiwan reached its one-billion-trip milestone in July, making Taiwan the second-highest market globally by monthly orders after New York. General manager Li Jia-Ying attributes success to Taiwan’s convenience culture, dining-out habits, and high motorcycle density, with the platform operating 80,000 partner restaurants and generating NT$15.5 billion merchant revenue.
2025/11/21 19:42
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Taiwan reforms motorcycle tests to reduce accident rates
Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation announces major motorcycle licensing reforms starting January 2026, replacing simple tests with rigorous two-stage examinations and extended training to address rising accident rates and improve road safety across the island.
2025/10/09 12:45
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Taiwan’s new motorcycle licensing rules affect 220,000
Taiwan’s Highway Bureau launches a new motorcycle road test pilot program this month, affecting 220,000 people annually. Reforms include multiple-choice exams and enhanced training.
2025/10/05 09:00
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New EV technology center opens at Taipei vocational school
Taipei’s Department of Education launched the Taipei Smart Electric Vehicle Technology Teaching Center at Nangang Vocational High School. The center, supported by industry partners, aims to bridge students with the electric vehicle sector, offering courses in sustainability and AI integration.
2025/10/03 14:13
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温昇豪砸8位數拍《整形過後》 鬆口「上檔時間」苦嘆:一定虧錢
温昇豪今(5)日出席「2025 Honda Motorcycle 國際重型機車展」,透露他擔任監製並演出的《整形過後》,最快在年底、最慢明年初就會跟觀眾見面,該劇砸了9千萬拍攝,温昇豪直言「一定虧錢」,只希望能有聲量,感性表示:「這是非常多人一起創作的心血,我們都很期待被看見!」
2025/07/05 17:14
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温昇豪撞臉Volvo總裁林裕凱!首曝「合體計畫」:正在討論
台灣Volvo國際富豪汽車宣布總裁陳立哲將於6月30日榮退卸任,37歲的林裕凱成為新任代理總裁,超高顏值讓他一夕爆紅,也被說撞臉男星温昇豪,温昇豪今(5)日出席「2025 Honda Motorcycle 國際重型機車展」,謙虛說:「他比較斯文、比較帥!」
2025/07/05 16:54
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Taiwan’s Aeonmotor unveils new brand amid global expansion
Aeonmotor Co. unveils a new brand identity at the Taiwan Motorcycle Show, highlighting its oil-electric integration and global expansion plans. The Vietnam plant adapts to tariffs, playing a key role in the supply chain.
2025/07/05 08:00
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柯有倫11歲被爸特訓騎車「準備飛越黃河」 柯受良太瘋狂爆家庭革命
男星柯有倫今(4)日出席「2025 Honda Motorcycle 國際重型機車展」親自揭幕新車,與車迷熱情互動,現場人氣爆棚。出身演藝世家的柯有倫,私下卻是十足的「重機控」。他表示,從小跟著父親柯受良接觸越野騎乘,騎進山林早已成為童年回憶,也因此夢想有天能騎著Adventure橫越沙漠。
2025/07/04 19:31
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Motorcycle industry faces 2nd-half uncertainty: KYMCO head
KYMCO Chairman Allen Ko warns that U.S. tariff uncertainties could impact ATV exports. He urges swift government action to clarify policies. KYMCO targets emerging markets and continues electric motorcycle development.
2025/07/04 18:00
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Taipei launches project to curb motorcycle noise
Taipei’s Department of Environmental Protection launches the "Silent City Project" to reduce noise pollution from modified motorcycle exhausts. Fines range from NT$900 to NT$5,400.
2025/06/27 18:00
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Taiwan’s scooter ownership soars to 63 per 100 people
Taiwan, known as the "Kingdom of Scooters," has 63 motorcycles per 100 residents. This reflects their role in society. Officials discuss transport accessibility and emissions goals.
2025/04/29 16:54
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Taiwan invests NT$50M in vehicle noise-detecting tech
The Ministry of Environment in Taiwan reports that vehicle noise was the top environmental complaint 2023. New regulations and noise-detecting cameras aim to reduce noise pollution.
2024/10/08 17:56
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Typhoon Krathon injures seven in Taichung City
Typhoon Krathon injured seven in Taichung, mainly from motorcycle accidents. Mayor Lu warns of coastal impacts. Transport services adjust schedules. Stay cautious.
2024/10/03 11:12
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Motorcycle enthusiasts rally for highway access in Taiwan
Explore the push for highway access by heavy motorcycle enthusiasts in Taiwan, who rallied for rights despite legal hurdles and public opposition. Learn about the proposed pilot program and the government’s stance on this issue.
2024/09/09 09:52
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KYMCO launches new charge-and-swap electric motorcycles
KYMCO introduces the iONEX UNO, an innovative electric motorcycle featuring a hybrid system for both home charging and battery swapping, set to enhance the EV market in Taiwan and globally.
2024/05/16 17:48
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KYMCO’s new iONEX UNO sets the stage for a new e-motor trend
KYMCO introduces the iONEX UNO, an innovative electric motorcycle that combines charging and battery-swapping capabilities. It sets a new standard for sustainable urban mobility and supports global net-zero goals.
2024/05/15 18:12
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Thailand’s pivotal role in KYMCO’s EV strategy: Chairman Ko
Discover how KYMCO’s partnership with Arun Plus is set to transform the electric vehicle landscape in Southeast Asia with the new AIONEX venture, focusing on sustainable transportation solutions.
2024/04/29 18:08
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KYMCO, Arun Plus launch joint venture to electrify Thailand
Discover how KYMCO’s new joint venture with Arun Plus, Aionex, is set to transform the electric motorcycle market in Southeast Asia, aiming to establish a sustainable transportation model across the region.
2024/04/29 17:57
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KYMCO eyes Thailand market to expand EV total solutions
KYMCO and Arun Plus are partnering to create Aionex, aiming to dominate Southeast Asia’s electric motorcycle market. With plans to produce e-bikes and operate battery-swapping services, this joint venture is set to revolutionize the region’s two-wheeler industry.
2024/01/22 10:53
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SYM leads Taiwan’s motorcycle market for second year
SYM Dominates Taiwan’s Motorcycle Market in 2023 with 38.4% Share, Selling 334,589 Units. Kymco and Yamaha Follow with 30.7% and 15.9% Market Share Respectively. Gogoro Holds 6.5% Share. Total of 870,620 Motorcycles Sold in Taiwan. SYM’s December Sales Reach 36,479 Units, Up 66.63% from November. SYM’s Total 2023 Sales Increase by 30.99% from Previous Year. Special Promotion and Phasing Out Older Designs Boost Sales. WOO, Vivo, and Duke Models Lead with 38% Sales Increase. CLBCU and Fiddle See 24% Surge, JET, DRG, and MMBCU with 12% Increase. SYM to Offer Additional NT$2,000 Subsidy in 2024.
2024/01/03 15:47
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Uber Eats Taiwan, Gogoro launch green delivery program
Uber Eats Taiwan has partnered with electric scooter company Gogoro to launch a Green Delivery Program, aiming to promote sustainability in food deliveries. The program aims to increase the proportion of electric scooters in the Uber Eats fleet from 20 to 40 percent within two years. Gogoro’s swappable battery systems are already used in 26 percent of motorcycle logistics in Taiwan. The collaboration will provide a purchasing and battery subscription plan tailored for delivery partners, encouraging more riders to adopt green mobility. Uber Eats Taiwan aims to achieve zero emissions for global deliveries by 2040. The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) supports Uber Eats’ objective and will continue to advance subsidy policies to support green initiatives.
2023/12/19 22:01
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Beinan tribe’s Lin Pin-chen tops Taitung forest ranger exams
Lin Pin-chen, a 25-year-old woman from the Beinan tribe, has emerged as the top candidate in the examination for contingent forest rangers conducted by the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency’s (FANCA) Taitung Branch. Lin demonstrated exceptional skills in motorcycle riding, weighted running, as well as written and oral exams. Having previously worked for FANCA’s Chiayi Branch, Lin has now been selected for the position in Taitung. Out of the 20 registered examinees, 18 attended the exams, resulting in a 90% attendance rate. Following two days of intense competition, three candidates, all Taiwanese indigenous people from the Beinan, Amis, and Bunun tribes, were appointed full-time rangers, while six were put on the waitlist. The overall acceptance rate stood at 16.67%. Forest rangers in Taitung will receive a starting salary of NT$31,130, which can increase to NT$46,695 based on year-end evaluations and work performance. Additional allowances will also be provided for mountain patrol duties.
2023/12/18 16:51