The South Jakarta Environmental Agency in collaboration with the South Jakarta Metro Police Traffic Unit (Satlantas) and the Transportation Agency (Dishub) conducted a vehicle emissions test at the Blok M Terminal exit in Kebayoran Baru District. Thirty vehicles were found to have failed the test.

Head of the Pollution and Environmental Damage Control Section (PPKL) of the South Jakarta Environmental Sub-agency, Tuty Ernawati Sapardin, said that this activity is part of the government's ongoing efforts to improve air quality in Jakarta by ensuring that operating vehicles meet exhaust emission thresholds.

"This implementation is the second stage of a series of scheduled law enforcement activities," she said, Thursday (4/9).

Tuty explained that in this activity, her party tested 130 vehicles, both two-wheeled and four-wheeled, using gasoline and diesel fuel.

"30 vehicles failed emissions tests. The reasons ranged from modified exhausts to dirty air filters," she explained.

According to her, vehicle owners who do not pass the emissions test are directed to carry out regular maintenance at a repair shop and re-take the free emissions test service at a number of available locations.

"Through routine emission testing, the public contributes to improving air quality while increasing energy efficiency through optimal engine maintenance," she added.

Meanwhile, the Head of Operational Development Affairs of the South Jakarta Metro Police Traffic Unit, AKP Joko Purnomo, stated that this activity involved around 25 joint personnel to ensure the implementation ran smoothly without disrupting traffic flow.

The police are currently reviewing the idea of ​​making emissions test results one of the administrative requirements for extending the Vehicle Registration Certificate (STNK).

"We urge the public to continue using standard vehicle specifications, including exhausts. This not only supports environmental sustainability but is also crucial for road safety," he stated.