One of Malaysia’s busiest expressways will be strictly monitored in the days ahead as motorists make trips between Malaysia and Singapore. Traffic Police Singapore will be putting the new mobile speed camera in use from July 1, 2026, on the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) to aid in enforcement of the ban against vehicles driving into the Woodlands Checkpoint.
Some drivers have already seen the camera flashes in the last two weeks, but told them that the cameras had been just testing and calibrating. Any incident of speeding captured by the camera from July 1, however, will lead to real time enforcement – fines and demerit points.
For foreigners, who are especially those using their vehicles regularly to commute into Singapore from Johor Bahru, the repercussions are so much more severe than just a fine for speeding. A new policy scheduled to take effect later this year could have a direct impact on whether or not a vehicle could actually get into Singapore if it is issued an unpaid traffic ticket.
Where is the New BKE Speed Camera Located?
Just a few hundred metres after a number of traffic lanes converge at the Turf Club Avenue exit, the new enforcement camera has been set up at the 9km checkpoint on the BKE towards Woodlands.
Singapore authorities have long recognised this stretch as being prone to accidents. Commercial vehicles are sometimes in a hurry on the road near checkpoints, around rush hour which can pose hazards to other vehicles and motorcycles.
The speed of the expressway is still 90 kmph, and it’s expected that vehicles will experience a speed of 90 kmph for the entire monitored area.
Why is Singapore Tightening Speed Enforcement?
The Traffic Police says speeding is still a major cause of serious road accidents. There has also been a considerable increase in speeding offences in this last year, and further enforcement actions on a number of the main express roads.
In addition to the new BKE camera, a broader safety campaign has been going on, with speed lowering products similar to the ones found near Exit 10B and more police cameras on the road. The camera will not be a one-off application, but rather an additional component of Singapore’s continuous road safety campaign to curb risky driving habits.
What Happens if You Are Caught Speeding?
This camera will once in use take high-resolution photos of the fast moving vehicles and after being processed electronically will send the data to the Traffic Police.
Singapore traffic laws will have financial sanctions as well as demerit points for the driver who is caught speeding. There have also been recent changes in the enforcement regime, raising the demerit mark penalties for speeding offences, which have been made a much more expensive offence than they were previously.
Violations can usually not be disputed by motorists because the system takes photographic evidence.
Why Foreign Drivers Should Pay Extra Attention?
The main worry Malaysian drivers and other foreign registered cars have is the consequences of a speeding ticket.
The Vehicle Entry Permit enforcement will be tightened in Singapore starting from November 2nd, 2026. As per the directives by the corresponding authorities, foreign-registered vehicles that have traffic, parking, or emission fines can have their VEP application or renewal process denied.
What this translates to in the real world will be that a ticket for speeding that was issued after July 1 will ultimately impact the permits to legally drive into Singapore. If penalties remain unpaid for thousands of Malaysians working or conducting business across international borders, it could lead to significant disruption of international travel.
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What Should Drivers Do?
The motorists using the BKE should take any camera as a regular enforcement location not just for the last 30 minutes. It is best to travel at the posted speed limit for the entire stretch monitored.
Foreign drivers are urged to also periodically check for any pending notices received from Singapore traffic authorities and pay fines speedily. It also helps to avoid more issues as well as penalties when renewing or applying for a Vehicle Entry Permit later this year.
FAQs
When will the new BKE speed camera be in use?
The mobile speed camera on the Bukit Timah Expressway will now operate on a full-time basis from July 1, 2026. Prior to the date, the camera was only engaged in testing and calibration.
What is the new BKE speed camera’s location?
The camera is mounted at BKE’s 9km mark facing Woodlands Checkpoint just after exit off Turf Club Avenue.
Will the Malaysian drivers be affected as well?
Yes. Road users from Malaysia who frequently cross the border into Singapore should check that all their traffic fines are settled on time as there are difficulties with their VEP renewals if they incur traffic fines.
