A video of a sports utility vehicle mounting the kerb dividing the Woodlands Checkpoint lanes to make a U-turn is circulating online.
A vehicle stuck in a traffic jam witnessed a Volvo XC40 up ahead utilising its capabilities to escape the scene. The compact SUV first mounted the kerb in the same direction to position itself for the turn.The SUV was soon on its way in the opposite direction, away from the traffic jam.Netizens have since commented that SUVs are designed for such purposes. “That’s what buying an SUV is for. What’s wrong,” asked Facebook user Yip Chee Farn.
Meanwhile, netizens noted that the driver’s efforts were a good suggestion for ICA. “What’s wrong? ICA may want to seriously consider U-turn options for drivers who wish to change their plans in case serious jam since no way they can resolve jam issues,” said Facebook user Joe Tee, garnering over 70 likes.
“To avoid getting caught in traffic jams at the land checkpoints, travellers can either take the cross-border bus services provided by public bus operators or the shuttle train services via the Woodlands Train Checkpoint, instead of driving into Malaysia via private vehicles,” it added.