In a digital age where buying and selling items online has become second nature, not everything is as it seems. The Department of Land Transport (DLT) in Thailand has raised alarm bells about the increasing trade of counterfeit licence plates being peddled through captivating live streams on popular social media channels like Facebook and TikTok. It seems the scourge of fake plates is not only driving vehicle owners into a whirlpool of deceit but also casting shadows over their financial safety. According to Seksom Akraphand, DLT’s Deputy Director-General and spokesperson, the rapidly rising tide of counterfeit plates poses significant threats far beyond the initial purchase of these fraudulent items. The flashy allure of these plates belies the dangers lurking beneath. Apart from being hoodwinked into purchasing spurious items, vehicle owners might find themselves at risk of personal data breaches and potential financial compromise. Oh, what a tangled web we weave!…
