Here’s something we’re pretty sure most Malaysian motorists can relate to – lane-hogging. In the UK, a van driver has become the nation’s first person to be charged for driving in an “inconsiderate manner” for hogging the middle lane of a highway. The driver was pulled over by the police in West Yorkshire after failing to move to the left lane of the M62 route on August 25 2014.
As a result, six drivers were reportedly forced to brake and swerve to overtake the driver in his Citroen Berlingo van. The driver was then fined a total of £500 (RM2,944) for failing to appear in court followed by an additional £400 (RM2,355) in costs and a £40 (RM235) surcharge. Said van driver also incurred a five-point penalty on his license.
This would mark the first time a driver has been fined for lane-hogging since the introduction of such a law in the UK back in 2013. The government revealed an on-the-spot fine of £100 (RM588) to help curb said behaviour. However, the fact that it’s taken almost two years for someone to be penalised raises questions on the effectiveness of the police force in enforcing said law.
A decrease in the number of traffic police officers is said to be the number one reason for the lack of enforcement. With that said, better late than never, right? So, what do you say? Should a similar law be introduced here – and if so, how much should the fine cost? Let us know in the comments below.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
The comments mainly discuss the issue of lane-hogging and its enforcement, with some asserting that UK police are slow or ineffective and that Malaysian drivers often exhibit similar or worse behavior like speeding, tailgating, and slow driving in the fast lane. Many express support for stricter penalties, including high fines and severe punishments for lane hogging, emphasizing the need for better enforcement and awareness. There are critiques of car models, driver mentalities, and enforcement practices, with some suggesting laws like minimum speed limits or tighter penalties to improve road behavior. Overall, the tone combines frustration with calls for stricter law enforcement, and some comments include humorous or sarcastic remarks about the situation.