LTA Took Action Against 10 Errant PMA Riders This Year; Also Impounded 4 PMAs

While the new PMA rules to prevent misuse of PMAs aren’t in effect yet, LTA has taken 10 errant PMA riders to task.

Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat provided this update on yesterday (10 September) in a written reply to multiple Members of Parliament who raised questions regarding the use of PMAs.

LTA Took Action Against 10 Errant PMA Riders This Year; Also Impounded 4 PMAs

As of August this year, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has taken enforcement action against 10 users of electric personal mobility aids (PMAs) found riding on roads, with four devices being seized.

Yes, lest you didn’t know, as of current laws, PMAs are not allowed to ride on roads.

According to Mr Chee, four PMA users were caught riding on roads last year.

The government has accepted recommendations from the Active Mobility Advisory Panel on various regulations concerning PMAs, and it will come in effect somewhere in 2025.

These include restricting the use of mobility scooters to individuals with certified medical conditions or walking difficulties. Additionally, the speed limit for these devices was reduced from 10 km/h to 6 km/h, and all PMAs used on public paths must conform to the size limits allowed on public transport.

LTA has also provided at least a one-year transition period for retailers, users, and other stakeholders to adapt to the new regulations.

Mr Chee stated that during this transition period, authorities will continue to work in several areas.

Regarding the reduced speed limit for PMAs, he emphasized that the government has already reminded retailers to begin adjusting their stock and to stop bringing in devices that do not comply with the new speed limit.

You can watch this video to know more about the impending new rules:

You can also watch this video to understand why PMAs are allowed in shopping malls: