Last Updated: August 31, 2026 | Intended Audience: Experienced food delivery riders, new food delivery riders, Uber Eats, foodpanda, Lalamove, and motorcycle commuters.
Traffic Safety Month in September 2026 is about to begin, and the Highway Bureau, in accordance with the Ministry of Transportation’s policy, is launching the “Zero Violations Raffle for Frequent Motorcycle Riders.” Delivery riders can view this as a reminder to re-evaluate their riding habits, but should not treat it as a way to earn delivery income. Key details: Registration is open from 12:00 p.m. on August 28 through September 30, with the eligibility assessment period beginning on September 1. To qualify for the raffle, participants must have no traffic violations and no record of causing traffic accidents while driving cars or motorcycles during this period; final determination will be based on the results of verification by the Highway Bureau and relevant databases.
For food delivery riders, this is worth writing about—not because of the giveaway itself, but because it coincides with the start of the school year, when commuter traffic increases and the dinner rush becomes especially crowded. For many delivery riders, the biggest problem isn’t a lack of understanding of the rules, but being driven by time pressure: the meal is about to exceed the time limit, customers are rushing them, the restaurant hasn’t prepared the order yet, the rain suddenly gets heavier, or the navigation app directs them down a back alley. In these situations, running a red light, driving the wrong way, riding on the sidewalk, using a phone while riding, or pushing through while fatigued can all turn what was originally just an attempt to take on one more order into an accident, a ticket, a violation of the platform’s risk management policies, or disqualification from the promotion.
The Highway Bureau’s event guidelines clearly state that this event is a public service campaign for traffic safety and does not constitute an endorsement of corporate products or services by the competent authority. Delivery riders should also be aware that eligibility is verified after the fact; registration does not guarantee eligibility at the time of sign-up. The early-bird registration period runs from 12:00 p.m. on August 28, 2026, to September 15. Those who pass the eligibility checks at each stage will be eligible to participate in both the first and second rounds of the drawing; General registration runs from September 16 to September 30 and offers a chance to participate in the second round of the drawing. Should there be any changes to these dates, the latest announcements on the Highway Bureau’s event website shall prevail.
| Things Delivery Drivers Should Know | Highlights of Official Events | Real-Time Reminders While on a Run |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Period | August 28 at 12:00 p.m. through September 30. | Don't rush to fill out the form just to qualify for the early-bird discount; make sure to verify your driver's license, vehicle registration, and contact information before registering. |
| Certification | Starting September 1, we will review records of traffic violations and accidents. | I look at both cars and motorcycles—not just the one I use for delivery. |
| Zero Violations | The results of the inspection based on the supervision database shall prevail. | Be cautious when navigating intersections, observing speed limits, using cell phones, and pulling over to pick up food. |
| No accidents | The findings of the review of relevant accident data shall prevail. | In the event of an accident, prioritize safety and documentation—don’t just focus on getting the order done quickly. |
Delivery riders should be especially aware that Traffic Safety Month and platform rules actually overlap. The foodpanda Delivery Partner Code of Conduct states that, once a delivery service contract is established, delivery partners must obey traffic laws and speed limits and follow traffic signals, use only hands-free devices while riding, avoid dangerous driving, keep their vehicles in good condition, and manage their online hours independently to prevent fatigued driving. Uber Eats’ “Safety Companion” page also includes traffic safety training, accident case studies, traffic signal intersections, blind spots of large vehicles, defensive driving, food safety, and the cleaning of insulated bags as part of the safety information for delivery partners.
This information isn’t just for beginners. Riders who have been on the road for a while are more likely to let their guard down because they’re familiar with the routes—especially at the entrances to commercial districts, along arcades, near schools, at bus stops, and at intersections where large vehicles turn right. After school starts in September, morning and evening rush hours will see more students, parents dropping off and picking up children, commuters, and temporarily parked vehicles, while during dinner hours, you’re more likely to encounter delays as restaurants prepare orders. If delivery riders operate solely on the logic that “going a little faster means one more order,” it may seem effective in the short term, but in the long run, they’re actually piling up the risks of tickets, accidents, and suspension on themselves.
A more practical approach is to treat the first two weeks of September as a period for reevaluating your routes. First, re-identify dangerous intersections in areas you frequently ride through; in unfamiliar alleys, it’s better to take a slightly longer detour than to ride against traffic or on sidewalks. Second, before picking up an order, check whether the store is in an area prone to illegal parking. If you can’t park safely in front of the store, find a legal parking spot ahead of time. Third, only use your phone’s navigation app after you’ve parked; don’t scroll through the app, accept orders, or reply to messages while riding. Fourth, if you’ve been riding for too long, log off and take a break. Fatigue slows your reaction time, and the delivery box shifts your bike’s center of gravity, making delivery rides riskier than regular commutes.
If you want to participate in the Highway Bureau’s “Zero Violations” campaign, you should treat it as a self-assessment checklist rather than a contest with prizes. Before registering, confirm three things: whether you are a citizen of the Republic of China, whether you hold a valid motorcycle driver’s license, and whether the motorcycle registered in your name and its license plate are valid. After registering, do not assume that simply filling out the form guarantees your eligibility, as the official guidelines state that records will be cross-checked afterward. Furthermore, if any traffic violations or accidents are still undergoing registration, investigation, adjudication, appeal, or litigation, eligibility for the campaign will be determined based on the information available at the time of verification. Take this point with a grain of salt; do not view the event as a guarantee of legal or appeals outcomes.
It’s also important to note that a food delivery platform’s risk management policies do not necessarily align with government eligibility requirements. Even if a particular incident does not affect your eligibility for a prize draw, it may still impact your platform account; conversely, just because a platform does not address an issue immediately does not mean that a traffic violation or accident record does not exist. Delivery riders should treat these two matters separately: for government programs, refer to official announcements and regulatory data; for platform rules, consult the official guidelines provided by Uber Eats, foodpanda, or other platforms. In the event of an accident or dispute, first ensure your personal safety, call the police, or obtain necessary documentation based on the situation at the scene. Then contact the platform to handle any pending orders—do not try to brush the matter off with vague explanations on your own.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Do delivery riders have to sign up for the “Zero Violations” motorcycle raffle?
No, it’s not required. This is a public awareness campaign for Traffic Safety Month, not a mandatory task from food delivery platforms. Those who wish to sign up can fill out the form on the Highway Bureau’s event website. Even if you don’t sign up, you should still use September as an opportunity to review your safe riding habits.
Frequently Asked Questions: After registering, is it enough to just make sure my motorcycle hasn't committed any traffic violations?
No. According to the Highway Bureau’s event guidelines, during the eligibility determination period, applicants must have no record of traffic violations while driving cars or motorcycles, nor any record of causing traffic accidents. Actual eligibility is subject to official verification.
Frequently Asked Questions: Will illegally parking to pick up an order while on a delivery affect my eligibility?
Any traffic violation record reported in accordance with the law may affect eligibility for official activities. Food delivery riders should not use the excuse that they are “just picking up a meal” as a justification for unsafe or non-compliant behavior, especially in high-risk areas such as near schools, in no-parking zones, at intersections, and at bus stops.
Frequently Asked Questions: Are the platform rules related to Traffic Safety Month?
While the two are not the same system, their objectives overlap. Platforms typically also require drivers to comply with traffic laws, avoid dangerous driving, maintain their vehicles in good condition, and avoid driving while fatigued; violations may result in requests to make improvements, undergo retraining, or face account risk management measures.
Frequently Asked Questions: Can I still register if I’ve already had a violation or an accident?
Eligibility for this event will be verified after the fact; inclusion on the prize drawing list is subject to the results of the official verification. This notice does not serve to determine eligibility in any individual case, nor does it guarantee the outcome of any appeal or administrative remedy.
FAQ: What habit should you change first when doing food delivery in September?
First, let’s address using cell phones while riding and where to stop temporarily. Many delivery risks aren’t caused by high speeds, but rather by low-speed maneuvers to squeeze through narrow spaces, looking at cell phones, illegally parking to pick up orders, rushing through intersections, and pushing through while fatigued.
Source:References for this article Highway Bureau: Guidelines for the 115th Year Traffic Safety Month “Zero Motorcycle Violations” Online Raffle,Press Release from the Highway Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation,168 Traffic Safety Portal: Traffic Safety Month Section,foodpanda Code of Conduct for Delivery Partners與 Uber Eats Delivery Partner Safety InformationThe
Delivery Reminder:Starting today, treat “zero violations” as the minimum standard for deliveries in September. First, plan out the dangerous intersections, legal pickup spots, rain-day contingency plans, and rest periods in the areas you frequently deliver to, and then decide whether to accept the next order. This article is for general informational purposes only. Eligibility for promotions, traffic violations, platform rules, and accident handling are subject to the official announcements of the relevant authorities and the platform, as well as the facts of each individual case.