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[COLUMNIST] Reducing traffic accidents and deaths: Addressing human, environmental and vehicle factors
Malaysia is very dependent on private vehicles, and therefore more efforts must be made to guarantee the health and safety of road users.
Wed Feb 28 2024
Two-day toll-free travel for CNY
The toll-free travel on Feb 8 and 9 given to Class 1 private vehicles users, would have an estimated financial implication of RM42.99 mln.
Wed Feb 07 2024
MOT receives 191,293 VEP applications for Singapore vehicles as borders reopen
The MOT has received 191,293 Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) applications for the entry of private vehicles from Singapore from January to March 31 this year.
Fri Apr 01 2022
Lockdown: Only two allowed in vehicle, three for medical reasons - Ismail Sabri
The capacity of private vehicles will be limited to two people from the same household, including the driver, for the purpose of obtaining food supplies and basic necessities throughout the lockdown.
Sun May 30 2021
MOT plans to extend exemption period for road tax renewal
The Ministry of Transport (MOT) plans to extend the exemption period for the renewal of road tax for private vehicles for another two months, said its minister, Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.
Sun Mar 21 2021
Goods delivery using private vehicles allowed to continue - MOT
Individuals who use private vehicles to deliver goods or parcels as part-timers or freelancers will be allowed to continue their activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Jan 19 2021
Online renewal of motorcycle riding licence starts Oct 9 - RTD
The Road Transport Department (RTD) in making the announcement, said the online renewal does not include the learners driving licence (LDL) and probation driving licence (PDL).
Fri Oct 02 2020
No Puspakom inspection for private vehicles with expired LKM
The government made the decision after taking into account the vehicle owners' requests for a relaxation.
Fri Sep 04 2020
Should the wearing of face mask be made compulsory?
The use of a face mask is not compulsory in private vehicles or during physical activities.
Tue Aug 04 2020
Wearing of face masks compulsory only in crowded public places - Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabti said he wearing of face masks is also not compulsory in private vehicles and when doing physical activities.
Mon Aug 03 2020
RTD waiting for 'green light' to enforce child car seat rules
The Road Transport Department (RTD) is just waiting for the 'green light' from the Transport Ministry to enforce the use of child car seats or child restraint system (CRS) in private vehicles.
Fri Jul 24 2020
PGA 11th battalion foils attempt to smuggle illegal immigrants
Personnel assigned to an operation codenamed Op Benteng stopped two private vehicles driven by the two suspects at 8 pm.
Wed Jun 17 2020
RMCO: SOP for private vehicles is still four people from same house, family - Ismail Sabri
The SOP for private vehicles is still the same and if there is any change, it will be announced.
Wed Jun 10 2020
CMCO: Private vehicles can carry up to seven people from tomorrow
Starting tomorrow, private vehicles will be allowed to carry a maximum of seven people (including the driver) depending on the vehicle capacity.
Tue May 26 2020
CMCO: Government agrees to six passengers in private vehicles
The directive was subject to the capacity of a vehicle capable of loading such a number of people.
Mon May 25 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024