Transport Ministry wants bauxite-hauling lorries to slow down


BENTONG: The Transport Ministry wants to impose tighter speed limits for lorries carrying bauxite, and will require "black boxes" to be installed on all transport vehicles if drivers do not slow down.

Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai (pic) said there were some who drove above the speed limit in order to make extra trips.

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