Bernama reports that the government is drafting a new policy, including the mandatory implementation of speed limiters for heavy vehicles, as part of efforts to strengthen road safety measures.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke stated that the policy is being thoroughly reviewed, including mechanisms to eliminate any potential loopholes when it is enforced.

“The government will not stop in its efforts to enhance road safety policies. We are committed to protecting road users, especially from the threats posed by irresponsible drivers and heavy vehicles that do not meet established safety standards,” he said in a Facebook post.

Yesterday, the nation was shocked by an accident that claimed the lives of 15 students from Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI) when a chartered bus traveling from Jertih, Terengganu to Tanjung Malim, Perak overturned after colliding with a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) on the East-West Highway near Banding Lake, Gerik.

The tragedy also resulted in 33 others being injured, including the bus driver and conductor, as well as the driver and three passengers of the Perodua Alza MPV.