Hidden costs of road bans on lorry transport

EVERY day, long before the morning rush hour begins, Malaysia’s truck drivers are already on the road, delivering the goods that keep our economy running. Yet, despite how much we rely on them, road access for trucks is becoming increasingly restricted.

Road bans and timed restrictions have now become standard practice in key corridors across the Klang Valley. At first glance, these measures may seem necessary. Traffic appears lighter and commutes feel less stressful. But even with road bans in place, the crawl into the Klang Valley, the nation’s economic and industrial heartland, remains punishing.