Compulsory for express bus on journey exceeding 300km to have second driver


BUTTERWORTH: Express buses travelling on a trip of more than 300km are required to have second drivers for passenger safety.

Penang Road Transport Department (JPJ) director Zulkifly Ismail said the regulation also applies for journeys exceeding four hours to ensure drivers get enough rest, thereby reducing the risk of accidents, especially involving fatal accidents.

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