SINGAPORE — A spate of accidents has brought personal mobility device safety under the spotlight.
But as shared paths remain a reality, how can PMD users keep both themselves and other path users safe? Yahoo News Singapore puts together some top tips from PMD users, retailers, and the authorities.Related story:
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