It is also for their own good.

Byline: Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye

I APPLAUD the efforts by the Road Safety Department to get the public to understand the importance of rear seat belts.

According to the Road Transport Department, only 20 per cent of Malaysians are complying with the ruling.

The RTD should focus on raising awareness and stepping up enforcement as a last resort.

Clear and short messages must be designed to create maximum impact. As such, car stickers or labels should stress "buckle up, save lives" …