In a significant move toward enhancing road safety and accountability, Barbados’ Alliance Owners of Public Transport (AOPT) has thrown its full support behind the government’s proposal to mandate dashcams and GPS tracking systems across all public service vehicles (PSVs). AOPT Chairman Roy Raphael characterized the initiative as a crucial step forward in addressing systemic challenges within the nation’s transport sector. The endorsement follows recent announcements by Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams, who emphasized the necessity of stronger regulatory measures for PSV operations. Raphael articulated that the integration of surveillance technology would serve as a powerful deterrent against concerning behaviors currently plaguing the industry, while simultaneously providing documented evidence to resolve disputes. Beyond technological implementation, the AOPT leader highlighted additional pressing concerns including escalating accident rates, a troubling rise in road rage incidents, and the persistent problem of uninsured motorists. Raphael cited a recent incident where a PSV owner suffered total vehicle loss due to a collision with an uninsured driver, resulting in complicated insurance proceedings. The proposed dashcam systems are expected to provide dual benefits: protecting operators from fraudulent claims while ensuring greater transparency in passenger-conductor interactions. Raphael emphasized that recorded footage would enable authorities like the Transport Authority and police to accurately assess complaints and incidents, ultimately raising service standards across Barbados’ public transportation network.