A woman in Singapore was caught on a vehicle’s dashboard camera using her body to stop a car from advancing, creating space for another car to cut into the lane. The incident occurred on 15 September at around 1 pm near the road entering Malaysia after Tuas Checkpoint. The footage, which went viral on Facebook, has garnered over 1.7 million views and 10,000 shares at press time.
Background
The video shows a Toyota on the left attempting to cut into the dashcam car’s lane. A woman in a red shirt emerges from the left side of the frame, using her body to block the dashcam car and placing a hand on its bonnet. She gestures for the Toyota to cut into the lane while the dashcam car inches forward. Despite the dashcam car’s attempts to move, the woman does not relent and even gestures rudely at the driver. Eventually, the Toyota slips into the queue with the woman’s assistance, and she returns to the passenger seat, throwing a final rude gesture at the dashcam car’s driver.
Incredulous commenters
Most commenters expressed disbelief at the woman’s actions. One user commented in Mandarin, “Cool, [the car] doesn’t signal when cutting queue, and uses his mother instead.” Another commenter wrote, “I’ve driven for 21 years, and I didn’t know that you can do this.” Many Malaysian commenters poked fun at the behaviours they’ve noticed while driving in Singapore, with one saying, “Singapore is really a mystical place.”
Viral impact
The video has sparked widespread discussion online, with many criticising the woman’s behaviour as dangerous and inconsiderate. The footage has been shared extensively, highlighting the frustrations and challenges faced by drivers at busy checkpoints. The incident has also raised questions about road etiquette and the lengths some individuals will go to bypass traffic.
Related incidents
This is not the first time such behaviour has been caught on camera. Similar incidents have been reported at various checkpoints, where individuals use unconventional methods to cut queues. These actions often lead to heated exchanges and further traffic delays. Authorities have urged drivers to remain patient and follow traffic rules to ensure safety for all road users.
