LLM LAUNCHES MEASURES FOR SMOOTH TRAVEL, WELCOMES TOLL DISCOUNT FOR CHRISTMAS

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) has introduced operational measures to ensure safe and smooth travel during Christmas, such as restricting lane closures to emergencies only and activating smart lane systems at 30 key locations.

In a statement today, LLM director-general Datuk Sazali Harun said the authority will ensure toll collection systems operate at full efficiency, deploying a layered collection system at busy plazas to minimise congestion. 

He added that all highway facilities, including R&Rs and lay-bys, will be fully operational and maintained throughout the festive season.

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“There are extra parking spaces, portable toilets, and an adequate water supply, with additional staff to maintain cleanliness. We have also ensured fuel supply at stations along the highways,” he said.

He advised motorists to plan their journeys via LLM’s TuJu Highway Navigation App and Travel Time Advisory, to ensure their vehicle is in good condition and to maintain sufficient balance in their toll card or e-wallet.

Motorcyclists are advised to exercise caution and to use the 571 designated motorcycle shelters during rainy conditions. 

Meanwhile, Sazali welcomed the MADANI Government’s announcement of a 50 percent toll discount for Class 1 vehicles as well as Class 2 on Penang Bridge, from 12.01 am on Dec 23 to 11.59 pm on Dec 24 at all toll plazas except the Sultan Iskandar Building and Tanjung Kupang Toll Plazas.

LLM anticipates up to 2.6 million vehicles daily during peak periods, including 2.2 million on PLUS Group highways, while the Kuala Lumpur–Karak Expressway(KLK), East Coast Expressway (LPT) Phases 1 and 2, and the West Coast Expressway (WCE) are also forecast to experience heavy congestion. 

For current traffic updates and incident information, the public can follow LLM on Facebook, X (@LLMtrafik), or TikTok (@llmtrafik), or contact the LLM Traffic Management Centre at 1-800-88-7752.

-- BERNAMA