Convoy of 'PMA' riders have night outing in Yishun: Netizens question if all are legit users
A large group of personal mobility aids (PMAs) and personal mobility devices (PMDs) were spotted riding in a convoy through Yishun.
Stomper Michael alerted Stomp to the video which was posted on Singapore Road Accident's Facebook page.
It shows multiple riders moving together in what appears to be a coordinated 'outing' as they are seen crossing the road before continuing onto a footpath.
While PMAs are meant for individuals with mobility challenges, many netizens doubted whether the riders genuinely required them.
"They see Chingay parade, they also create their own," said one Facebook user.
"When more and more able-bodied people use these, they become the norm," said another. "By then, it will be too late to stop these self-entitled people."
Some of the devices in the convoy appeared to have more than one seat, indicating that they are not legitimate PMAs but rather, PMA lookalikes.
Stomp earlier reported on a social media post by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) that said if two people can ride on a device, it is not considered a PMA.
PMAs or mobility scooters have only one seat to carry individuals with mobility challenges.
PMA lookalikes are classified as PMDs, which are only allowed on cycling and shared paths, but not footpaths.
They must also comply with the device criteria and be UL2272-certified
In 2024, the number of offences involving PMA lookalikes increased by more than five times compared to the previous year. Common offences include riding non-compliant devices and riding on wrong paths.
Offenders may be fined up to $10,000 and/or jailed for up to six months.
