Policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and community representatives spent two days at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) discussing how to cut road deaths and serious injuries at the Road Safety Congress (RSC) 2026, held on October 19 and 20.
Road Safety Congress 2026 Highlights Smart Tech and Motorcycle Safety
The Ministry of Transport (MOT) organised the congress through the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), in conjunction with Transport Expo Asia (TXA) 2026. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi officiated the opening, with Transport Minister Anthony Loke in attendance.
Held under the theme “Safer & Smarter Mobility: Advancing Road Safety Towards Vision Zero”, the congress covered policy formulation, corporate leadership, smart technology, motorcyclist safety, commercial transport safety, and post-crash emergency treatment.
The Conference on Asia Road Safety (CARS) 2026 ran alongside the congress as a platform for sharing research and scientific evidence to support more effective interventions. One highlight was a demonstration of emergency braking technology designed to detect motorcycles.
MOT said research-based approaches, real-world testing, and effective implementation are needed for innovation to deliver tangible benefits to road users. The ministry added that awareness and safety practices need to be fostered from an early age.
In a statement after the event concluded, MIROS thanked presenters, participants, and strategic partners. It said the congress had allowed for the exchange of knowledge and expertise, and strengthened strategic cooperation towards a safer and more sustainable transport system. MIROS said it hopes the outcomes will be translated into initiatives that advance road safety in line with Vision Zero.
