Our little island city state has been chosen to be one of five cities in the world that will be trial testing six hydrogen powered Fuel-cell Mercedes-Benz A-class cars. The prototype A-classes will arrive in May and will be distributed among six companies: the National Environment Agency, the Conrad Centennial hotel, Michelin Asia Pacific, Lufthansa, […]
Road deaths… a global epidemic. Seven-time Formula One World Champion, Michael Schumacher, endorses and advocates it. Nobel Peace Prize winner, Desmond Tutu, has called on the world community to work together on it. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the World Bank have issued a world report to promote it. The ‘It’ topic of 2007 […]
What should you do in the event of an accident? Shock suffered by the driver involved in an accident often results in confusion. This could lead to a state of mind wherein you are not sure what you are supposed to do next. Here are some important tips to keep in mind: Stop your vehicle […]
The most important skill of any good driver is possessing and showing the correct attitude behind the wheel. Do not be discouraged by what men generally say about women being poor drivers. There are probably as many male drivers who are equally hesitant on the roads. If you are one of the growing numbers of […]
According to recent Traffic Police statistics, the top two causes of accidents were attributed to motorists failing to keep a proper lookout and failing to have proper control of vehicle. We offer some tips to drivers for a safer journey: Be Aware Of Your Vehicle A driver needs to be familiar with the controls and […]
Keep a lookout for the unprotected motorcyclist Nearly 30 motorcyclists or their pillions are seriously injured or killed in road accidents every month. Most times, motorcycle accidents involve a car, a bus or a truck although there are also cases when collisions have occurred between two motorcycles. A majority of motorcycle accident victims suffer badly. This […]
It’s the responsibility of every road user to observe and ensure traffic safety. Here are some tips on what you can do to ensure safe motoring. Safety Checks On Your Vehicle Your vehicle must be in tip-top condition before driving off. While checking your vehicle, think POWER: Power Oil Water (screen wash, coolant) Electrics (lights) Rubber […]
Do not know what to do when you meet with an accident? Here are some tips for handling roadside emergencies. Keep calm. A calm head will help you assess the situation. Give aid. If someone is hurt, render help immediately, but only if you do not place yourself or others in danger. Call the police, […]
Empower yourself with the right attitude and aptitude to drive safely Many traffic accidents can be avoided if drivers possess good driving skills and show some commonsense. Proper driving techniques must be inculcated from the start. Otherwise, bad driving habits may form potential dangerous practices. Most drivers do not sit in the proper driving position […]
Overtaking is one of the most risky manoeuvres on our roads. It demands a clear knowledge of what is ahead as well as behind your vehicle. The secret to safe overtaking is to anticipate what could possibly happen during the overtaking process. Minimising oneself from danger is one of the first rules of overtaking. The […]
Aggie Krasnolucka
is Programmes Director at the FIA Foundation where she looks after its portfolio of road safety interventions as well as leads the Motorcycle Initiative – a global hub of interventions working towards improving motorcycle safety across areas of helmet safety, infrastructure, technology, and legislation.
Previously, she worked across different areas of the international development context including community outreach and engagement, road safety, access to health, private public partnerships as well as fundraising and communications. Aggie holds a master’s degree in social anthropology as well as linguistics and literature.
Professor Wong
is currently a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, University Putra Malaysia. He has been serving the department and the University since 1997. During his service, Professor Wong was seconded to Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), a Statutory Body in Malaysia (with MIROS Act 2012) and a national research institute in Malaysia in December 2007 as the Director of Vehicle Safety and Biomechanics Research Centre. He was then appointed as the Director-General of MIROS in August 2011. His 10-year secondment to MIROS ended in September 2017 and was appointed to be the MIROS Board Director. In February 2022, Professor Wong is appointed as the Chairman of MIROS Board of Directors. Professor Wong is also appointed as an Adjunct Professor of Qatar University. He served as the Special Advisor on Road Safety to the Minister of Transport and Communications Myanmar till 2021. He was appointed to serve in the Steering Committee of the United Nations Road Safety Fund from 2022 to 2024. Recently Professor Wong was appointed as the Fellow of the Academy of Science Malaysia.
Professor Wong has driven the drafting, deliberation and enactment of MIROS Act 2012 by the Parliament of Malaysia. He is also directly and indirectly involved in establishing numerous national and international initiatives and interventions in Road Safety, amongst them are rear seatbelt law, national implementation framework of UN WP29 Regulations, enforcing various UN Regulations on Road Vehicles, airbag fitment, ASEAN New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP), International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP) for Malaysia, Guideline for Road Safety Audit, Code of Practices for Transport Sector under OSHA Malaysia, ISO39001 road traffic safety management systems and the competence requirements for auditing and certification in ISO17021-7, Pilot implementation of ISO39001 in Malaysia, use of electric cars, motorcycles and bicycles, in-depth crash and accident database, Automated Enforcement System, Mandatory of Electronic Stability Control System, Revision of Drive Under Influence, Malaysian Accident Emergency Call Systems Initiative, Endorsement of 2015 ASEAN Declaration on Road Safety Strategy by ASEAN Transport Ministers, road safety recommendations to the Government of Myanmar with in-Country Expert Mission to Myanmar, and many others.
Mr. Michihiro Toki
is a seasoned mobility and road safety expert with over 25 years at the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF). He currently serves as Manager of the Project Development Division in JAF’s Traffic Environment Department, leading national road safety campaigns and sustainable mobility initiatives.
Mr. Toki began his career in 1998 as a roadside assistance patrol officer, gaining hands-on experience with the diverse challenges faced by drivers in Japan. He transitioned to membership promotion in 2006, working with automotive dealers to expand JAF’s member base.
In 2018, he assumed a leadership role at the branch level, overseeing road safety, motorsports, and public relations. As a JAF Certified Safety Advisor, he delivered safety lectures, managed motorsport activities, and led public outreach. Promoted in 2021 to Section Manager, he expanded his role to include Safety Advisor training, PR strategy, and membership benefit development.
Appointed to his current position in 2024, Mr. Toki now directs the training of Safety Advisors nationwide and develops interactive programs for diverse audiences, including international drivers. He collaborates with government and industry partners to tackle traffic safety issues.
Beyond JAF, Mr. Toki serves on national bodies including the Sub Study Group for Advanced Safety Vehicles (MLIT), the Cabinet Office’s Traffic Safety Forum, and as Vice-Chairman of the Training Commission at the Japan Automobile Education Foundation.
Mr. Toki is recognised for his dedication to public safety, his strategic leadership in mobility initiatives, and his deep commitment to enhancing the driving culture in Japan.
Mr. Tay Chay Sim
Mr Tay Chay Sim Senior Technical Consultant and Trainer AAS Academy Mr Tay Chay Sim is the Senior Technical Consultant and Trainer for AAS Academy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Automobile Association of Singapore where he conducts and leads the training team in delivering safe driver courses to all classes of drivers, including private and commercial drivers.
He has been professionally awarded international accreditations from International Road Transport Union (IRU) Academy, The Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), DriveTech UK and Institute of Adult Learning, Singapore. He is a certified MORRTM (Managing Occupational Road Risk) auditor by RoSPA.
Chay Sim is an advocate for continuous learning on safe driving. With over 20 years of experience in the automobile industry, Chay Sim is also known for his strong technical expertise and contributes his knowledge to print and media publications. He is effectively bilingual and has made appearances on TV shows and guest panel speaker to events and seminars. Prior to joining AA Singapore, Chay Sim worked with the SMRT Corporation and PSA Singapore on mechanical and electrical services as well as vehicle maintenance and repairs services.
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