Sharing the Road Safely: Understanding Truck Safety and Emergency Awareness for All Road Users

25 October 2025 | MIAPEX Expo 2025

The Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Traders Association (MCVTA), in collaboration with Persatuan Usahawan Logistik Semenanjung Malaysia (PULSE), successfully organised a sharing session titled “Sharing the Road Safely: Understanding Truck Safety and Emergency Awareness for All Road Users” on 25 October 2025. The session was held in conjunction with the Malaysia International Automotive & Parts Expo (MIAPEX) 2025 at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC).

The session aimed to raise awareness on truck-related road safety by educating professional truck drivers and general road users on preventive safety measures, heavy vehicle behaviour, and appropriate emergency responses. This initiative aligns with Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to reduce road accidents involving heavy commercial vehicles.

Heavy commercial vehicles play a crucial role in supporting Malaysia’s economy. However, due to their size and operational limitations, they require heightened awareness and caution from all road users. A better understanding of truck operations, limitations, and emergency procedures can help prevent accidents and ultimately save lives.

Speakers and Key Highlights

Mr Johsua Ravi | Persatuan Usahawan Logistik Semenanjung Malaysia (PULSE)

Topic: How Trucks Behave Differently and Common Accident Scenarios and CausesMr

Johsua highlighted the unique characteristics of trucks, including blind spots, wider turning radius, and longer braking distances. He also shared common accident scenarios involving trucks as a reminder to all road users on the importance of awareness and anticipation.

Datuk Suret Singh | Malaysian Defensive Driving & Riding Centre (MDDRC)

Topic: Understanding Malaysian Truck and Road Users’ Safety

Datuk Suret shared the importance of practising safety as an organisational culture and highlighted common truck-related road hazards.  He also provided practical tips on safely sharing the road with heavy vehicles, and emphasised best practices before and during journeys, truck drivers’ responsibilities, and proper emergency response procedures.

Mr Mohd Azizy Bin Mohd Aris | MAN Truck & Bus

Topic: Safety-Driven Innovation – MAN’s Commitment to Safer Roads & Smarter Fleets

Mr Mohd Azizy shared MAN’s commitment to road safety through engineered, tested, and proven safety systems. He explained how advanced vehicle technologies are designed to prevent accidents, protect lives, and support sustainability.

Tn. Nazrul Zarifi Bin Mohd Nazri | Agensi Pengangkutan Awam Darat (APAD)

Topic: Enhancing Truck Safety Through Regulation, Compliance & Responsible OperationTn.

Nazrul outlined APAD’s initiatives and policies related to commercial vehicle safety, driver competency and licensing requirements, fleet operator responsibilities, and key road safety challenges along with improvement strategies.

The sharing session was both engaging and informative, attracting participants from the logistics and automotive industries, as well as members of the general public. It reinforced the message that road safety is a shared responsibility — not only for truck drivers, but for all road users.

MCVTA remains committed to working closely with government agencies and industry stakeholders to promote road safety awareness and contribute towards safer roads for everyone.