Malaysian Drivers..

I just got back from picking up my little brother at a tuition centre. While on my way there, I got mad with a Malay guy, he is around his twenties and driving his Mercedes like a maniac! Who does he think he is? The roads aren’t built just for himself, but for others too. Then, I started thinking about how Malaysian drivers are.

For those who have driven in other countries apart from Malaysia, you would understand that the Malaysian style of driving leaves a lot to be desired. Some of Malaysian drivers are an impatient and aggressive bunch, whom are always in a rush and disregard traffic rules and regulations regularly.

Firstly, there are drivers that drives in the emergency lanes. This is something extremely common on Malaysian highways, especially when there is a jam on the highway. Many drivers choose to drive in the emergency lane to avoid getting caught in the jam.

Secondly is not wearing the seat belt. Despite the government’s insistence on the importance of wearing seat belts, many tend to float this rule, a fact that is regularly highlighted by the Road Transport Department. Most drivers do not understand the importance of wearing the seat belt, and thus do not buckle up when they drive. (I hate it when the kids are not buckled up.)

Next is speaking on the mobile phone while driving. This is one of the main reasons of why drivers lose concentration on the road while they drive, resulting in unwanted collisions and accidents. Never speak on the mobile phone while you drive, and keep your concentration on the road! This doesn’t only happen in Malaysia, but also elsewhere.

Not stopping at red light, and speeding on when the yellow light pops up. Many drivers simply ignore the red light and speed past the red light at intersections, forcing other drivers to compromise to avoid an accident. This behavior is indeed dangerous, and should be avoided at all costs! And most drivers tend to speed up when they see the yellow light pop up, in contrast to slowing down as taught in driving schools. Take heed and try to slow down the next time as it would help in securing the safety of yourself as well as other users of the road.

Last but not least, not using the indicators when turning. Many drivers tend to ignore the importance of the car indicators, and choose to not use them when they turn at junctions or intersections. This is exceptionally dangerous, as the car behind you is would not be aware of where you are headed to.

Great as always. At least Malaysians are not horn honking maniacs like they are in China.