2.6 million vehicles expected on major Malaysian highways during Christmas peak

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Some 2.6 million vehicles are expected on major highways at peak times during the Christmas festive season, said the Malaysian Highway Authority.

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KUALA LUMPUR – Heavy traffic is expected on major highways in Malaysia from as early as Dec 19 for motorists heading towards the east coast, north and south, said the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM).

Some 2.6 million vehicles can be expected on major highways at peak times during the Christmas festive season, LLM said, advising road users to plan accordingly.

About 2.2 million vehicles are expected to use PLUS highways alone, the authority, said in a statement on Dec 19.

“It is projected that 186,000, 69,200, 33,200, and 144,600 vehicles will use the KL-Karak Highway, East Coast Highway Phase 1, East Coast Highway Phase 2, and West Coast Expressway, respectively,” it said.

LLM also welcomes the

50 per cent toll discount

Additionally, smart lanes have been activated at 30 identified locations along the PLUS Expressway.

LLM has also instructed highway concessionaires to ensure toll collection systems operate smoothly to prevent congestion, including implementing multi-lane toll collection at high-traffic plazas.

It had reminded concessionaires to maintain highways in optimal condition, ensuring all facilities at Rest Service Areas