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Don't Treat Motorcycle Licenses as a 'Ticket' for Racing, Warns Minister
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ Malaysia /Elections & Politics

Don't Treat Motorcycle Licenses as a 'Ticket' for Racing, Warns Minister

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Context piece
  • Youth are warned against using their B2 motorcycle licenses as a means to race or perform dangerous stunts.
  • The MyLesen B2 program aims to provide more young people, especially from low-income families, with driving licenses.
  • The Minister of Transport stressed that the license is for safe riding, not reckless behavior on the road.

Young Malaysians are being cautioned against misusing their B2 motorcycle licenses, obtained through the MyLesen B2 program, for dangerous activities on the road. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook emphasized that the license should not be treated as a "ticket" for racing or performing risky stunts.

The MyLesen B2 program was initiated with the primary goal of enabling more young individuals, particularly those from low-income B40 families, to obtain motorcycle driving licenses. This initiative aims to enhance mobility and potentially economic opportunities for participants.

Loke stressed that the program's objective is to ensure young riders are properly licensed and equipped for safe commuting. He urged them to prioritize responsible riding and adhere to traffic laws, rather than engaging in behavior that endangers themselves and others. The minister's remarks highlight a concern about the potential misuse of newly acquired licenses for thrill-seeking rather than practical transportation.

Youth are warned against using their B2 motorcycle licenses as a means to race or perform dangerous stunts.

โ€” Anthony Loke Siew FookMinister of Transport, addressing the purpose of the MyLesen B2 program.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.