TikTok has identified nearly 2,000 videos showing dangerous driving in Ireland since a fatal crash on the M9 motorway. The videos include instances of wrong-way driving, a trend that has increased this year. The platform’s findings highlight a growing concern over how online content may influence risky behavior on the roads.
Authorities are now looking into the role of social media in promoting unsafe driving practices. While TikTok has flagged the videos, it has not released viewing figures or details on how many users in Ireland have seen such content. This lack of data has raised questions about the platform’s ability to monitor and regulate harmful trends effectively.
Other platforms, including Meta and Google, were also questioned during a recent Oireachtas media committee meeting. The discussion focused on the responsibility of tech companies in addressing dangerous content that could lead to real-world harm.
The M9 crash, which occurred earlier this year, has been linked to a rise in wrong-way driving, prompting calls for stricter enforcement and greater awareness campaigns.
