The Transport Department today announced that the second phase of the Driving on Lantau Island Scheme will begin on July 1 in view of the keen demand, under which the daily quotas from Mondays to Fridays, except public holidays, will be increased from 25 to 50.

Among the quotas, 10 will be reserved for electric private cars to promote green transport.

To tie in with the implementation of the scheme's second phase and to further enhance the transparency and fairness in quota allocation, a ballot system will be launched on June 1 for citizens to submit applications for quotas one month in advance via the department's website.

In addition, the department will introduce a trial of five daily quotas to hire cars serving wheelchair users on a first come, first served basis to enable people with disabilities access to South Lantau.

The department will closely monitor the situation upon the measures' implementation.

It has also produced a driving guide and videos to remind motorists participating in the scheme of matters that require special attention when driving on closed roads on South Lantau, as well as to introduce the quota application and balloting procedures.