Close Call on Bedok Road: A Motorcyclist’s Lucky Escape
Picture this: it’s a calm Sunday evening, traffic’s moving sluggishly, and an ordinary motorcycle rider finds himself in a heart‑stopping near‑miss. That’s exactly what happened on January 23rd, at 8:51 p.m. on Bedok North Avenue 4, just after a dip around St Anthony’s Canossian Primary School.
The Dashcam Drama
The whole incident, captured in a quick 19‑second clip, was shared on the Roads.sg Facebook page the very next day. The little movie already racked up a whopping 36,000 views. People were riveted by the back‑to‑front confrontation of a motorcycle on the right‑hand lane and a car sprinting the wrong way, face‑to‑face.
Why It Was Weird
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The motorcyclist rode straight past the school and then took a bend, just in time to catch the glare of a car’s headlights from a vehicle driving the opposite direction.
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Both drivers snapped into action fast enough to dodge each other by a hair’s breadth.
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Neighbors and onlookers quickly speculated—was the car’s driver drunk?
Less Drama, More Breather
Thanks to quick reflexes and impeccable timing, neither party suffered an injury. Nevertheless, the video—and its commentary—served as a stern reminder that even Sundays can be laden with danger when traffic rules are ignored.
Stay alert, follow the traffic flow, and keep that dashcam ready; you never know when you might become the next headline-worthy “almost collided” case.
Mojo on the Move!
Some folks were left cheering, amazed at how fast that motorcyclist darted into action. Others swear his guardian angel was busy watching over him, making sure nothing slipped through its wings that night.
When You Drive Backwards: The Hot‑Spot of Danger
Ever seen a biker winding up the highway, two steps ahead of everyone else, only to sneeze because all the cars are moving forward? That’s what the law calls driving against the flow of traffic—and it’s a major no‑no under section 64(1) of the Road Traffic Act (RTA).
Why It’s a Bad Idea (and a Big Risk)
- Collision Catastrophe – Vehicles are a mile apart traveling in the same direction; a 180° reversal throws the distance edge‑on, basically firing a slide‑into‑glossy‑car classic!
- Traffic Chaos – The moment you backtrack, the flow stutters, weaving, and possibly stalls—think of a snail crossing a highway.
- Legal Trouble – The RTA’s Section 64(1) flags this as an offence. That means a fine, points on your licence, or in the worst case, a jump‑seat removal.
The Headlines: A BMW Came Close to a Mishap
Just last week, a twenty‑year‑old BMW was cruising in Pasir Ris when someone decided to move all the way back. The quick brake, the near collision with a pedestrian‑laden truck—yeah, that was no accident.
That incident got our eyes on how mind‑bleeding hazard driving against the flow is. It’s not just a fad that’s going to fade. It’s a street‑wise reality that every driver should keep on pace.
What You Can Do (and What You Can’t Do)
- Stick to the lane you’re in. No reverse harriers allowed.
- Move forward, not backward. If you think it’s a shortcut, it’s a nightmare.
- Report if you see reckless driving. Let police know so the flow stays smooth.
Still Curious?
AsiaOne reached out to the police to dig deeper into why this offence keeps popping. We’ll keep you posted if any new rules or interesting cases surface.
For now, keep your wheels forward and your eyes open. The road is busy, but getting backward won’t have you joining that “fun” bandit club.
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