Transport minister says no to micro mobility vehicles on public roads, but OK at home and private roads
Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong speaks at a press conference after chairing the National Logistics Task Force meeting in Putrajaya April 21, 2022. — Bernama pic
KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 — Mopeds, electronic scooters and other micro mobility devices are not allowed on public roads with immediate effect, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong said today.
He said these devices are banned as they pose a danger to all road users, including the operators.
“I have no objections if they want to use these vehicles at home or on private roads as long as they aren’t on public roads,” he was quoted by national news agency Bernama as saying in a news conference at Putrajaya.
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 — Mopeds, electronic scooters and other micro mobility devices are not allowed on public roads with immediate effect, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong said today.
He said these devices are banned as they pose a danger to all road users, including the operators.
“I have no objections if they want to use these vehicles at home or on private roads as long as they aren’t on public roads,” he was quoted by national news agency Bernama as saying in a news conference at Putrajaya.
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Bicycles, which similarly do not require licensed riders, and whose difference in speed vi's. Motor vehicles is very similar to Mopeds, electric scooters and micro-mobility devices, are fully allowed in the road. Go figure....
ReplyDeleteNo one in their right mind would suggest bicycles be banned from public roads ,except for Highways.
Bicycles CAN be ridden safely on public roads, notwithstanding the Mat Lajaks, who are a separate issue.
Just pointing out the faulty logic of this ban on electric bikes, which smacks of simply opposition to new technology.
Personal mobility aids have great potential to promote green and eco-friendly short distance trips of up to a few kilometers.