21/04/2022
Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong revealed yesterday that the government will soon introduce a by-law to regulate the use of electric scooters (e-scooters). This comes at a time when eScooter usage in Malaysia is on the rise but there’s a lack of clear guidelines on its usage and regulation.
He shared there are concerns that some eScooters are driven too fast and may pose a risk to other users. He said soon there will be bylaws that must be adhered to by all micro-mobility vehicle users.
For vehicles that can achieve certain speeds, a licence may be required. He said the details will be fine-tuned and there have been several engagements conducted on the matter. He added that the number of micro-mobility devices is huge and even e-bicycles are far quicker than regular bicycles. He said all aspects of mobility vehicles must be looked into thoroughly so that nothing is left out.
