For the
perfect holiday full of surprises, eclectic cultures and natural wonders, the place is Malaysia.
Make your
holiday or trip in Malaysia a memorable and a special one, read and adhere to
these simple yet useful safe driving tips
Remember :
In Malaysia, the driver side is on the right and you drive on the left lane !
Obey all speed limits and signs.
The speeding fine in Malaysia is RM300
Be attentive and drive responsibly. Never drive when you are feeling tired or sleepy.
Pull over somewhere safe to rest your eyes before continuing your journey. You
may also switch drivers.
Never drive under the influence of
alcohol or drugs, your judgment will be impaired .
It is a serious offence in Malaysia to drive a car being drunk or intixicared,
you could be arrested, it will be an embarrassing situation plus it will only
ruin your holiday or any important plans you may have.
Always wear your seatbelts.
When you get into the car, adjust
all mirrors and seats before placing the key in the ignition. To properly
adjust the right mirror place your head against the right window and adjust
the mirror so that you can just see the right side of the car. For the left,
move your head towards the center of the vehicle and adjust the left mirror in
the same way. When you are sitting correctly in the driver's seat, you will
not be able to see your vehicle, but your blind spots will be greatly reduced.
Always use your signal light when
making a turn.
Pay attention to all signs, STOP
sign in Malaysia is "BERHENTI"
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Keep your eyes moving. Notice what
is happening on the sides of the road and check behind you through your
mirrors every 6-8 seconds.
When driving on a two-lane road
that allows parking on the left, stay toward the center line to allow for room
if someone were to open their door to exit their vehicle in front of your car.
This forethought will help you from swerving to miss an opening door. If there
is no parking allowed on the road position your car toward the right to allow
for more room between you and oncoming traffic.
Expect the other drivers to make
mistakes and think what you would do if a mistake does happen. For example, do
not assume that a vehicle coming to a stop sign is going to stop. Be ready to
react if it does not stop. Never cause an accident on purpose, even if a
pedestrian or another vehicle fails to give you the right-of-way.
If your car stalls on the road, do
not leave your car. Put on your hazard lights to allow others to see you
better. Call ACR rescue team immediately. Do not let someone talk
you into leaving your vehicle.
When traveling behind other
vehicles, there should be at least a four second space between your vehicles.
When the car in front of you passes a stationary object, slowly count to
yourself. If you pass the object before the allotted time, you should slow
down. When traveling at night or during rainy wet
conditions, these times should be doubled.
Don't talk on a cell phone while
driving. Phones detract from your ability to concentrate on the road and
increase your chance of a collision by nearly 400%. If you must use the phone,
pull over to a safe, well-lit spot and make your call there.
When leaving for an out of town
trip, be sure to give an itinerary to someone back at home with the route of
travel, approximate time of arrival and a contact number at your destination.
Do not deviate from this plan without informing your at-home contact. If you
are traveling a long distance, check in throughout the trip with a current
location and any changes in your route or times. If something were to happen,
this information may be used to narrow the search.
When being approached by an
emergency vehicle, quickly turn on your left signal and pull to the left
shoulder of the road and slow down or stop completely.
Carry in your vehicle, in an easy
to find place, ACR emergency contact information, personal information and any
outstanding medical needs that you may have.
Leave early, if you plan to arrive
early, speeding does not increase your chances to arrive on time, rather it
only increases your chances of not arriving at all.
When traveling on a multiple-lane
road or highway, keep in mind that the right-most lanes are for overtaking
only. If not actively overtaking a vehicle, stay in the left lanes, allowing
others to pass.
Avoid the "Yellow
Border" meant for taxis or buses
During inclement weather, if it is
necessary to reduce one's speed, the brake should be applied slowly without
making sudden moves. When making sudden moves it's much easier to lose control
of your vehicle.
Remember as your speed increases so
does your braking distance. If you double your speed, you quadruple your
braking distance. With extra load on your car, you double the stopping
distance.
