KUALA LUMPUR: The government has banned foreigners from driving trailer lorries in the country in a move aimed at enhancing road safety, says Malaysian Road and Transportation Safety Association (MRTSA) chairman Nik Salim Nik Salleh.
He said the decision was made because foreigners did not receive appropriate training or early exposure about Malaysia's road safety legislation.
"The MRTSA supports the government's stance on this matter because it will create additional risks to road safety in the country. Alliance for Safe Community chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye said he believed that road accidents, especially involving heavy vehicles, could be reduced if safety aspects are observed by all parties.
"Among the causes of accidents involving trailer lorries are the drivers' bullying behaviour and dangerous driving attitude, low level of road safety awareness and carrying excessive loads," he said.
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