Viral video raises questions over safety of green-painted motorcycle lane
KUALA LUMPUR: A viral video showing several motorcyclists apparently losing control on a rain-soaked green-painted section of the Federal Highway motorcycle lane near Subang has raised questions over its safety in wet weather.
A viral video has raised safety concerns regarding a green-painted section of the Federal Highway motorcycle lane near Subang, Malaysia. The 42-second video shows several motorcyclists losing control on a rain-soaked painted portion of the lane, with some riders ending up on the roadside. The incident, believed to have occurred during rainfall, has prompted questions about the effectiveness of the green paint in providing sufficient grip in wet conditions.
The Federal Highway motorcycle lane near Subang has previously drawn attention for the use of green-painted sections, with the Public Works Department (PWD) stating that the surface is a localized treatment implemented to highlight areas with higher risks, such as bends and exit lanes. Motorcyclists have previously raised concerns about the performance of the painted surface during rainy weather.
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