These were among 24 heavy vehicles caught during the three-day operation for not displaying the labels. The number of heavy vehicles found operating without these labels was of “particular concern”, said the police.
Under the law, heavy vehicles with maximum laden weight exceeding 12 tonnes must be fitted with speed limiters, which are typically connected to the accelerator system.
They restrict a heavy vehicle’s maximum speed, significantly reducing the risk of speed-related accidents, said the police.
Together with other measures, such as infrastructure improvements and enforcement, they help to reduce fatalities and injuries, they added.
Starting January 2024, the traffic police have required lorries with a maximum laden weight of between 3,501kg and 12,000kg to be installed with speed limiters. These ensure that lorries do not go beyond the speed limit of 60kmh.
Lorries were given two to three years – depending on whether they were registered before or after 2018 – to comply with the speed limiter requirement.
Those registered before Jan 1, 2018 that weigh between 5,001kg and 12,000kg have until Jan 1, 2026 to install speed limiters, while those between 3,501kg and 5,000kg have until Jul 1, 2026 to do so.
Newer lorries registered on or after Jan 1, 2018 have to do so by Jan 1, 2027 if they are in the heavier category, while those in the lighter category have to install the speed limiters by Jul 1, 2027.
The speed limiter labels should include information such as the type of speed limiter fitted, the set speed in kmh, seal number and vehicle registration number.
