Vietnam has seen a significant drop in driving test pass rates following a recent transfer of testing authority to the Ministry of Public Security. The decline is particularly noticeable in the challenging road test component of the exam. This change in oversight aims to improve standards and reduce corruption within the licensing process. However, the initial results indicate a substantial increase in test failures. Authorities have not yet commented on the reasons for the decreased pass rates, but speculation suggests stricter evaluation criteria are now being applied. The shift reflects a broader government effort to enhance road safety and driver competency across the country. Further analysis is needed to determine the long-term impact of this policy change.