LTA impounds 182 non-compliant PMDs in Jun. 2026, installs speed limit signs on walkways

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) spotted 373 offences and impounded 182 non-compliant personal mobility devices (PMD) in June 2026.

The offences were spotted by its active mobility enforcement officers, LTA said in a Facebook post on Jul. 16.

During a nine-day joint enforcement operation between LTA and the Singapore Police Force (SPF) in June 2026 alone, more than 200 offences were spotted and more than 100 active mobility devices and motor vehicles were seized, it was previously reported.

The enforcement operations were conducted in Sengkang, Punggol, and Yishun.

Common offences detected included keeping non-compliant powered assisted bicycles (PABs) and using improper, obscured or tampered number plates.

Non-UL2272 e-scooters were also impounded under the new regulations that took effect from Jun. 1, 2026, which prohibit keeping such devices even when not in use.

Since January 2026, LTA has detected and seized more than 600 non-compliant active mobility devices.

Speed limit signs

The authorities are also installing real-time speed limit signs in areas with higher active mobility usage to encourage safe riding behaviour.

This allows users of mobility devices to check their travelling speed limit against the prevailing path speed limit before they are detected by the enforcement detection cameras.

Importer taken to task

LTA also took action in June 2026 against an importer, Shiplah! Technologies Pte Ltd, for importing a non-compliant PMD without a valid LTA import permit.

The company was charged and fined S$1,500.

The device was seized.

Since the start of 2026, there were 11 offences involving retailers.

Common offences among retailers include displaying and selling non-compliant devices.

Detection capabilities

Enforcement officers have been equipped with speed guns to detect and enforce speeding violations on public paths in Singapore since 2018.

LTA has also installed speed detection cameras to tackle speeding violations and will progressively expand the camera network over the next few years.

Enforcement action against speeding devices could only previously be taken when such devices were observed exceeding speed limits while in motion, but not when stationary.

A portable speed measurement device has been developed and is capable of detecting illegal modifications by testing a device’s top speed while stationary.

The speed measurement device was first deployed in November 2025.

Intensified enforcement efforts

LTA officers will continue to conduct regular ground patrols, including late-night operations, to detect and apprehend errant users.

Regular enforcement operations are also conducted on retailers to ensure they are selling, displaying and advertising compliant active mobility devices, and that mobility scooters sold are registered.

Community volunteers will also conduct joint patrols and strengthen enforcement and engagement efforts.

LTA said it takes a serious view of such offences and will continue to take firm action against retailers and individuals suspected of offering illegal device modification services, as such alterations put both device users and the public at risk.

Motorised devices sold are to meet safety standards.

Since Jun. 1, 2026, only LTA-registered mobility scooters may be advertised, displayed, and sold.

Before purchasing a mobility scooter, consumers should ensure they have obtained a Certificate of Medical Need or are exempt from the requirement.

LTA has reminded members of the public that importers must ensure that all mobility devices are compliant with Singapore’s regulations and have valid LTA import permits before importing them.

Members of the public were also reminded to exercise care and responsibility when riding active mobility devices.

Those who ride recklessly or dangerously and endanger others may be liable for the offence of rash act.