Luxury Car, New Trams, and Zagreb's Political Debate: A Dashcam's Unique Perspective

Zagreb's New Trams Spark Debate: A Dashcam View and Political Commentary Zagreb, Croatia, June 4, 2025 – A dashcam video circulating online has captured attention for its unusual combination of everyday city life and pointed political commentary. The video shows a luxury car with Belgrade license plates navigating the streets of Zagreb, a detail seemingly unrelated to the video's main focus: the city's new trams. The author of the video, who remains unidentified, criticizes the purchase of the new trams, stating in the video, "(focus is the stupidity of mayor Tomašević)". This statement reflects a sentiment shared by some residents who question the city's spending priorities. The video juxtaposes the image of the expensive car with the new trams, suggesting a disparity in resource allocation. The video's inclusion of a still image of the new blue trams alongside a photo of the mayor further emphasizes the author's criticism. While the video offers a unique perspective on a local political issue, its subjective nature limits its value as a purely objective news source. However, it does highlight the ongoing debate surrounding the new trams and the broader questions of urban planning and public spending in Zagreb. The video's popularity underscores the public's interest in local politics and the impact of city decisions on residents' daily lives. Further investigation is needed to fully understand the context behind the video and the public's response.