Govt Will Allow Commercial RV Rentals from 2026 - Loke
Recreational vehicle (RV) fans, take note. Starting 1 January 2026, you’ll be able to rent and drive RVs legally in Malaysia.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that RVs will soon be licensed and regulated for commercial use, a move aimed at supporting the country’s growing RV tourism scene.
RVs are specially designed vehicles or trailers that double as transport and temporary accommodation, complete with sleeping areas, mini kitchens, dining spaces and even bathrooms.

“As of 22 August 2025, there are 1,405 RVs registered in Malaysia, mostly small and medium-sized caravans or campervans
“We’ve seen a surge in RV rental ads on social media, showing there’s strong and growing interest in this kind of travel," Loke shared.
Currently, RVs can only be registered for private use, which limits opportunities for rental services. Under the new policy, only newly registered RVs whether CKD or CBU will be allowed for commercial use.
Existing private RVs can also be converted, provided they’re less than 15 years old and pass technical checks by JPJ.

Loke added that MOT is working with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) to create a simpler, “single window” licensing process for operators in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan.
“This is about making RV travel safer, better regulated, and more accessible while protecting users through proper licensing and enforcement,” he concluded.
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JPJ Running Numbers
KUALA LUMPUR
VPY7995
SELANGOR
BSK1394
JOHOR
JYK9464
PULAU PINANG
PRV6198
PERAK
APC4647
PAHANG
CFE1427
KEDAH
KGC9566
NEGERI SEMBILAN
NEH5861
KOTA KINABALU
SJN6361
KUCHING
QAB5038M
Last updated 13 Nov, 2025
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Petrol
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RM 2.65
+0.05
RON 97
RM 3.25
+0.05
RON 100
RM 5.00
VPR
RM 6.23
Diesel
EURO 5 B10
RM 3.07
+0.05
EURO 5 B7
RM 3.27
+0.05
Last updated 13 Nov, 2025
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