25.12.2011
A presentation regarding fires on busses was made during the TOBB Turkey Overland Passenger Transportation Council meeting.
It was stated that although there are scientific research conducted in Europe and America regarding bus fires, there is no study on the subject in Turkey and suggestions on the issue were presented.
The suggestion that Science, Industry and Technology Ministry’s TİP Approval regulations be amended, adding automatic fire extinguishers mandatory on busses, the use of appropriate fuel for bus engines, road-location information and inner disciplinary body be formed.
The council also decided to prepare a report regarding the fees charged at bus terminals and the standards thereof.
