Slippery roadMalaysia
16. Slippery road
A slippery road has reduced tyre grip and can make steering, braking and acceleration less effective. Roads may become slippery because of rain, ice, snow, mud, oil, loose material or other substances on the surface. Drivers should reduce speed, increase their following distance and avoid sudden steering, braking or acceleration. Extra caution is needed in bends, on bridges and wherever the road surface changes unexpectedly.
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What can make roads slippery in Malaysia?
Water, ice, mud, oil or other surface contamination can reduce grip where present. Conditions may change along the road, and a surface that looks clear can still be slippery. Reduce speed for the actual grip and visibility and make smooth steering, braking and acceleration inputs.
🔗 mot.gov.my • MOT — commencement on 16 October 2026; deferred compound ceiling distinguished
🔗 epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR — ATJ 2B/85 (Pindaan 2019), original manual endpoint; download unavailable
How should you drive on a slippery road in Malaysia?
Reduce speed early, increase the gap to the vehicle ahead and use smooth steering, braking and acceleration. Do not rely on the posted maximum as a safe target when grip is poor.
🔗 mot.gov.my • MOT — commencement on 16 October 2026; deferred compound ceiling distinguished
🔗 epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR — ATJ 2B/85 (Pindaan 2019), original manual endpoint; download unavailable
Does a slippery-road warning sign in Malaysia automatically impose a lower number?
The warning sign highlights a reduced-grip risk; it normally does not itself prescribe a new numerical speed limit. A separate speed-limit sign, temporary restriction or local condition may still apply. Travel below the legal maximum when necessary for safety.
🔗 mot.gov.my • MOT — commencement on 16 October 2026; deferred compound ceiling distinguished
🔗 epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR — ATJ 2B/85 (Pindaan 2019), original manual endpoint; download unavailable
Warning for a slippery road surface.
English • Traffic sign JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • WD13 • Slippery road. Slow down and avoid sudden steering or braking.
Bahasa Melayu • JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • WD13 • Jalan licin. Permukaan jalan boleh menjadi licin. Perlahankan kenderaan dan elakkan perubahan arah atau brek secara mendadak.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR ATJ2A/85(Pindaan2019) • hlm. PDF47
🔗 Scribd.com • Salinan teks primer • WD13
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