In a major scandal shaking the Swedish vehicle inspection industry, four employees of the prominent company Besikta were convicted last year for issuing false certificates for at least 50 vehicles in exchange for bribes.

Investigations suggest hundreds more vehicles could be involved, with a system where a simple text message and a payment could secure an illegal inspection approval.

These corrupt practices, uncovered by Besikta itself, highlight a widespread issue across various inspection stations, posing significant risks to traffic safety and societal integrity.

The cases, part of a larger pattern of corruption within the transport and vehicle sector, underscore the urgent need for strict enforcement and cultural change to combat this deep-rooted problem.