Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Malaysia are protesting against the Ministry of Transport's new approach to the Automated Awareness System (AwAS), which replaces static cameras with point-to-point technology. NGOs argue that this change burdens the public, particularly low-income individuals, as it focuses on generating revenue rather than addressing road safety issues. They highlight the difficulties faced by individuals when penalized through AwAS, such as being unable to renew licenses and road tax. NGOs advocate for government initiatives that prioritize public welfare, such as simplifying insurance claims and reducing insurance premiums.
KUANTAN: Pertubuhan bukan kerajaan membantah keputusan Kementerian Pengangkutan memperkenalkan pendekatan baharu untuk Sistem Keselamatan Kesedaran Automatik dengan menggantikan sistem kamera statik kepada teknologi point-to-point.
“Sebagai contoh, apabila rakyat diambil tindakan menerusi AwAS, banyak perkara tersekat seperti tidak dapat memperbaharui lesen dan cukai jalan. Mahu tidak mahu, individu disaman perlu membayarnya walaupun duit yang ada cukup-cukup makan sahaja, akhirnya yang terbeban dan terkesan adalah rakyat sendiri.
Menteri Pengangkutan, Anthony Loke dilaporkan sebagai berkata, sistem baharu ini akan mengukur kelajuan purata kenderaan di antara dua titik kamera berdasarkan jarak dan masa perjalanan.
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