Tesla Driver Sparks Outcry After Entering Causeway Bay Pedestrian Zone
AM730 · 2 SOURCESabout 1 hour ago4 MIN
Summary
A silver Tesla electric vehicle has stirred controversy after footage emerged showing it driving through Jardine Bazaar in Causeway Bay, a street that has been designated a full-time pedestrian zone since October 2006. The video captured the Tesla navigating among shoppers and a street cleaner before accelerating past several pedestrians at close range near the Jardine Street intersection. The incident has ignited heated debate online about whether the driver possessed a valid permit to enter the restricted area.
Key Points
- Jardine Bazaar (渣甸坊) in Causeway Bay has been a pedestrian-only street since October 2006
- A silver Tesla was filmed entering the zone with its left turn signal on, travelling slowly toward Jardine Street
- Multiple pedestrians were present including a street cleaner pushing a cart; all turned to watch the approaching vehicle
- Near the Jardine Street intersection, the Tesla suddenly accelerated, passing within inches of 3-4 pedestrians
- The vehicle stopped only when a pedestrian crossing signal turned green; a sign at the entrance reads "permit holders excepted"
Why It Matters
The incident exposes potential gaps in enforcement of pedestrian zone restrictions in one of Hong Kong's busiest shopping districts, where illegal vehicle entries pose safety risks to the public . Online reactions reflecting disbelief that the driver might hold a permit underscore growing public frustration with perceived unequal application of traffic rules .
The incident exposes potential gaps in enforcement of pedestrian zone restrictions in one of Hong Kong's busiest shopping districts, where illegal vehicle entries pose safety risks to the public . Online reactions reflecting disbelief that the driver might hold a permit underscore growing public frustration with perceived unequal application of traffic rules .