Two youths were caught riding a personal mobility aid (PMA) and seemingly going well above the speed limit.
On Monday (29 Sept), a video showing the youths riding the PMA along a footpath and a pedestrian-only path was posted on the SGFOLLOWSALL Telegram channel.
Source: SGFOLLOWSALL on Telegram
In the clip, the boy in front was seen holding the handle with one hand while using his T-shirt to cover his face with the other.
Meanwhile, his pillion was riding hands-free and even put his hand up briefly.
Source: SGFOLLOWSALL on Telegram
After smiling at passers-by, the boy put on what appears to be a Spider-Man mask.
Source: SGFOLLOWSALL on Telegram
Several netizens called out the youths’ behaviour, claiming they were speeding on the footpath.
A user even quipped that they appeared to be “practising for F1”.
Source: Telegram
Another commenter was more concerned about whether the PMA was modified, making references to the recent spate of fires involving mobility devices.
Source: Telegram
Noticing the pair’s uniforms, this netizen postulated that they were from Woodlands Ring Secondary School.
Source: Telegram
According to the Land Transport Authority (LTA), PMAs are permitted on footpaths and pedestrian-only paths.
However, riders must adhere to a maximum speed of 10km/h.
Under the Active Mobility Act, those found speeding on a PMA for the first time face a fine of up to S$2,000, up to six months’ jail, or both.
From Q1 2026, LTA will introduce stricter regulations to reduce the misuse of PMAs.
On public paths, PMAs must keep to a speed limit of 6km/h.
Additionally, only those with genuine medical needs, and who obtain the relevant certification will be allowed to use mobility scooters.
MS News has reached out to LTA and Woodlands Ring Secondary School for more information.
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Featured image adapted from SGFOLLOWSALL on Telegram.