Jung-gu Seoul to Offer Free Vehicle Inspections for Chuseok, Easing Crowds with Neighborhood-Specific Time Slots

Free Vehicle Inspections for Passenger Cars and SUVs at Heungin Elementary School on September 13
Wiper and Bulb Replacement, Oil Replenishment Also Provided

Jung-gu District Office in Seoul (headed by Mayor Kim Gilseong) announced on September 6 that, together with the Jung-gu branch of the Seoul Specialized Automobile Maintenance Business Cooperative, it will conduct free vehicle inspections for Chuseok at the playground of Heungin Elementary School on September 13. Before residents set out on long-distance trips to return home for the holiday, the event will offer vehicle condition checks, replacement of wipers and bulbs, and the replenishment of various oils and washer fluid.

Provided by Jung-gu.

Last year, a total of 341 vehicles received free inspections. This year, to reduce inconvenience caused by long wait times from large crowds, the available time slots have been divided according to residential neighborhoods. The inspections will take place in three sessions, each lasting two hours, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

From 10:00 a.m. to noon, the service is available for residents of Jungnim-dong, Myeong-dong, Euljiro-dong, Gwanghui-dong, and Sindang-dong; from noon to 2:00 p.m., for Sogong-dong, Hoehyeon-dong, Pildong, Jangchung-dong, and Dasan-dong; and from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., for Hwanghak-dong, Sindang 5-dong, Cheonggu-dong, Donghwa-dong, and Yaksoo-dong. There is no need for advance registration—residents can simply come to the site during their designated session and sign in on arrival.

The inspections cover passenger cars, light vans, and SUVs. Automotive maintenance specialists will check the vehicles preparing for long-distance trips and offer maintenance consultations. Consumable parts like bulbs and old wipers will be replaced if necessary after inspection. Various oils (including engine, power steering, and brake fluids), washer fluid, and coolant will also be refilled. All services are free of charge.

Twenty-three students from the Environmental-Friendly Automotive Department at Hanyang Technical High School will also participate on site to assist with the inspections. For more information, contact the Traffic Administration Division at Jung-gu District Office (02-3396-6228).

Mayor Kim Gilseong stated, “As many residents will be driving long distances for Chuseok, we have arranged free vehicle inspections to help everyone travel home with peace of mind. This year, by dividing service times by neighborhood to minimize wait times, we hope residents will check their neighborhood’s session and make use of this convenient service.”

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