More discussions needed with authorities on micromobility vehicle regulations, say industry players

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysia Electric Micromobility Marketplace Association (Memi) has proposed a meeting with the Street Transportation Department (JPJ) and the Transport Ministry about laws concerning the use of micromobility vehicles.

Its president Mike Lee stated more comprehending, interaction and aid from the persons and authorities was essential to prevent misconceptions.

“We hope to meet up with with the JPJ and the ministry to look for a win-gain way ahead for merchants, users and the authorities,” he said at a press meeting on Sunday (Could 29).

Lee claimed among the the subjects mentioned with Memi members have been micromobility cars as a method of transport and rules above its use.

Memi deputy president Harry Wong explained micromobility autos ended up more than just leisure machines.

Wong mentioned there were normally 4 sorts of micromobility users – leisure, business personnel, hobbyists and previous-mile link rentals – all with various requires and functions.

“Mopeds, ebikes, electric bicycles and scooters are employed by the leisure group, whose principal purpose is usefulness and pleasure.

“Business employees ordinarily incorporate the use of electric bicycles, scooters or electric powered unicycles (EUC) with public transport these as trains or buses for get the job done.

“Hobbyists commonly pursue independence and exciting with all security machines utilizing moped, EUC and scooters,” he reported, incorporating that rental expert services like Beam and Tryke are frequently located in urban regions with hefty targeted traffic.

He included that the JPJ had, on Wednesday (May perhaps 25), posted a online video on its formal TikTok account about micromobility vehicles that could be used, but no formal announcement was built.

“A dialogue with the authorities is essential for much more insights into the guidelines and enforcement,” he stated.

“We are pleased to cooperate with the government for suitable regulation and hope the govt listens to the voices of industry gamers and buyers.

“We can work jointly to guarantee protection and regulation whilst lowering carbon emissions,” he added.

Launched in April past year, Memi has over 50 retailers buying and selling in a variety of micromobility autos and supported by PEV (private electric powered motor vehicle) Malaysia curiosity group users.