Along the swift of technology advancement, users now be able to enjoy much better experience with latest Apple’s CarPlay.<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/2112/3717284/Apple-1-full_normal.jpg" width="1100px" height="610px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> An upgrade added where on the screen it will display the engine velocity, temperature, battery status and more with Apple’s-look alike widget shape whilst be able to swap on the multi-screen itself. However, the system will be auto-sync with a user’s iPhone to allow out-of-car planning and customisation.<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/2112/3717285/next-generation-apple-carplay-screenshot-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="619px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> Major car marques such as Acura, Audi, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Jaguar Land Rover, Lincoln, Nissan, Polestar, Porsche, Renault, and Volvo are set of brands that compatible with the next generation of CarPlayAccording to Apple, the company will announce more updates next year on their electric autonomous vehicle and for nor now the new CarPlay is an idea we can see that led to the image of Apple Car. <div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/2112/3717286/Apple-2-full.jpg" width="1100px" height="616px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div> Apple also stated 98 percent of most new cars have CarPlay while 79 percent of users would check the feature before purchasing a car. <div> </div>

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19557/16069472/conversions/RON95-FOreign-Cars-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16069472" alt="RON95-FOreign-Cars-(2).jpg"> The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has confirmed that the long-standing ban on the use of RON95 petrol by foreign-registered vehicles remains in force under the government’s new targeted fuel subsidy scheme, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/rafizi-budi95-quota-wont-deliver-savings-or-fairness-t20-gains-the-most" target="_blank">BUDI95</a>.Bernama reported that foreign-registered vehicles are only allowed to purchase RON97 petrol, which is priced according to weekly market rates.&nbsp;This means drivers of foreign cars, including <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/pmx-rm199-ron95-from-30-sept-mykad-based-access-non-citizens-rm260" target="_blank">Singapore-registered vehicles, cannot benefit from subsidised RON95 petrol</a>, even if they hold Malaysian driving licences and MyKad. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19557/16069473/conversions/RON95-FOreign-Cars-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16069473" alt="RON95-FOreign-Cars-(4).jpg"> Under the new scheme, non-citizens who own Malaysian-registered vehicles such as expatriates, overseas envoys and large corporations will only be eligible to buy unsubsidised RON95 at an expected price of RM2.60 per litre.Meanwhile, Malaysian citizens with valid driving licences and Malaysian-registered vehicles can purchase RON95 petrol at the subsidised price of RM1.99 per litre starting Sept 30.Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the subsidy is capped at <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/malaysians-will-enjoy-300l-of-petrol-at-rm199-per-litre-a-month-pmx" target="_blank">300 litres per person monthly</a>. However, ride-hailing drivers are exempt from this limit and may apply for higher quotas.In summary, the purchase rules for RON95 petrol are as follows:&nbsp;<div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19557/16069471/conversions/RON95-FOreign-Cars-(3)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16069471" alt="RON95-FOreign-Cars-(3).jpg"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

BUDI95 keeps foreign-registered cars out of subsidised RON95, only Malaysians with local vehicles can pump at RM1.99 per litre.

BUDI95: RON95 Ban on Foreign Cars Still On, RM1.99 for Malaysians

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<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/lrt3-will-begin-operations-on-sept-30-loke" target="_blank">Rapid Rail is set to introduce a real-time train crowd monitoring system</a> designed to take the guesswork out of your daily commute.The new system will show which coaches are full and which still have room before the train even arrives. <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/loke-smart-cctvs-platform-doors-planned-for-safer-lrt-stations" target="_blank">Acting CEO Nor Azmi Mohd Yusof </a>said it’s meant to make boarding smoother and less stressful. “Passengers will be able to plan where to stand and queue more efficiently. It should reduce the mad rush into the wrong coach,” he said.

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Rapid Rail is also upgrading safety measures by turning its existing CCTV network into an AI-powered security system across stations and facilities. These upgraded cameras will be able to detect unusual behaviour, identify weapons, and even catch men entering women-only coaches.Nor Azmi stressed that protecting female commuters is a major focus, as they make up 60% of Rapid Rail’s daily ridership. "Women-only coaches are already available on the MRT Kajang and Putrajaya lines, as well as the Ampang and Sri Petaling LRT lines," the exec stated.

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19558/16069455/download---2025-09-23T110307.972.jpeg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16069455" alt="download---2025-09-23T110307.972.jpeg"> 

He also reassured the public that train fares remain unchanged for now. “Any fare adjustments must first be approved by the Ministry of Transport. At this point, we have received no directive from the ministry or from Prasarana,” he clarified.

Rapid Rail will introduce a live tracker showing coach crowd levels so commuters can board with less stress.

Rapid Rail Set To Launch Real-Time Crowd Tracking & AI Security

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19551/16069271/conversions/rafizi-budi95-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16069271" alt="rafizi-budi95-(4).jpg"> Former <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/rafizi-padu-ready-but-overlooked-for-ron95-subsidy-rationalisation" target="_blank">Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli</a> has cast doubt on the government’s new targeted Budi95 RON95 subsidy scheme, warning that it may not bring the fiscal savings or fairness the administration expects.Beginning Sept 30, every Malaysian with a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/budi95-jpj-extends-operating-hours-jpn-to-issue-free-mykad-replacement" target="_blank">valid driving licence and MyKad</a> will be entitled to purchase up to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/malaysians-will-enjoy-300l-of-petrol-at-rm199-per-litre-a-month-pmx" target="_blank">300 litres of RON95 petrol</a> a month at <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/pmx-rm199-ron95-from-30-sept-mykad-based-access-non-citizens-rm260" target="_blank">RM1.99 per litre, with any additional fuel priced at the market rate of around RM2.60</a>.&nbsp;The government has presented this as a major reform to rein in ballooning subsidies while protecting citizens from volatile oil prices. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19551/16069272/conversions/rafizi-budi95-(7)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16069272" alt="rafizi-budi95-(7).jpg"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19551/16069273/conversions/552672786_1374561934025370_7328917903801328222_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 50%;" data-media-id="16069273" alt="552672786_1374561934025370_7328917903801328222_n.jpg"> Rafizi said the maths does not add up. At USD67 a barrel and RM4.21 to the dollar, the subsidy is about 60 sen a litre. With Malaysians using 1.3 to 1.4 billion litres of RON95 monthly, the bill still comes to RM10–15 billion a year in 2025–26, only slightly below the RM20 billion spent in 2023–24 when oil averaged USD80.“The overall bill will not fall as much as anticipated. This is not a major fiscal consolidation,” he said, pointing out that consumption patterns are unlikely to change since every licence holder, regardless of income, receives the same quota.He also rejected the claim that the new approach is fairer. <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/anwar-luxury-assets-will-be-factored-in-for-ron95-subsidy" target="_blank">Wealthier households</a>, he noted, typically have more cars and more licensed drivers, allowing them to claim a greater share of subsidised fuel.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19551/16069274/conversions/rafizi-budi95-(9)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16069274" alt="rafizi-budi95-(9).jpg"> Without income-based targeting, the gap between the better-off and lower-income groups remains. Under the old untargeted system, Rafizi said, T20 families captured 75% more subsidy per ringgit than B40 households, a pattern that is unlikely to be reversed under the new model.The effects, he added, would mean rural motorists may enjoy small savings from the 6 sen price cut, but urban middle-class families who consume more than 300 litres a month could face higher bills eating into their household budgets.Rafizi also warned of practical and governance risks. Petrol purchases could become <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/ron95-subsidy-app-counters-and-terminals-payment-options-skps-up-take-low" target="_blank">slower if verification requires</a> counter transactions, unless <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/mykad-is-the-best-option-for-ron95-subsidy-no-new-card-required-mof" target="_blank">MyKad can eventually be used directly</a> at pumps as confirmed by KPDN.&nbsp; <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19551/16069275/conversions/rafizi-budi95-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16069275" alt="rafizi-budi95-(1).jpg"> He cautioned, too, that the system opens the door to leakages, as unused quotas could be resold or diverted to the black market, especially by groups such as <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/ron95-subsidy-sees-quota-system-with-higher-allowance-for-p-hailing-e-hailing" target="_blank">e-hailing drivers who have wider access to subsidised fuel</a>.While he acknowledged that subsidy reform is necessary to strengthen public finances and shield Malaysia from swings in global oil prices, Rafizi argued the chosen approach may fall short of its goals.&nbsp;The true impact, he said, will only be clear six to twelve months after implementation.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Rafizi Ramli says Budi95 quota will keep subsidies at RM10–15 billion a year, but wealthier households enjoy biggest share.

Rafizi: Budi95 Quota Won’t Deliver Savings or Fairness; T20 Gains the Most

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19549/16068664/conversions/Budi95-JPJ-Licence--JPN-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16068664" alt="Budi95-JPJ-Licence--JPN-(2).jpg"> The Road Transport Department (JPJ) will extend its counter hours to make it easier for motorists to renew their licences in line with the rollout of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/pmx-rm199-ron95-from-30-sept-mykad-based-access-non-citizens-rm260" target="_blank">government’s Budi Madani RON95 initiative</a>.From Sept 27 to Oct 26, JPJ counters at state offices and branches will operate on weekends from 8.30am to 4.30pm. The move follows Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s announcement of the Budi95 scheme, which reduces the price of RON95 petrol to RM1.99 per litre starting Sept 30.JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the extended hours will differ by state. Counters in Kelantan, Terengganu and Kedah will open on Fridays and Saturdays, while in other states they will operate on Saturdays and Sundays. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19549/16068665/conversions/Budi95-JPJ-Licence--JPN-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16068665" alt="Budi95-JPJ-Licence--JPN-(1).jpg"> He said the measure is intended to assist those unable to visit on weekdays, while also ensuring motorists remain compliant with licence regulations.Currently, there are 15.2 million active Competent Driving Licence (CDL) holders, but another <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/jpj-23-million-malaysians-have-expired-driving-licences" target="_blank">2.3 million have licences that have been inactive</a> for more than three years. Those in the latter group will need to re-sit the Driver Education Curriculum Part 2 and 3 tests before reactivation.For licences that have expired for less than three years, renewals can be completed easily via the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/budi95-app-shows-how-revised-ron95-subsidy-will-work" target="_blank">MyJPJ app, the MySikap portal or kiosks</a> without visiting counters. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19549/16068666/conversions/RON95-Multiple-Payment-Method-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16068666" alt="RON95-Multiple-Payment-Method-(4).jpg"> Aedy Fadly said the temporary weekend extension is meant to ensure the public can take full advantage of government measures while encouraging stronger compliance with road laws.This step is also seen as timely, as motorists with outstanding summonses will now technically be required to settle them in order to benefit from the Budi95 fuel subsidy.At the same time, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/mykad-checks-urged-ahead-of-fuel-price-drop" target="_blank">National Registration Department (JPN)</a> has announced free replacement of damaged MyKad chips from Sept 23 to Oct 7. The initiative ensures no eligible Malaysian misses out on the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/mykad-is-the-best-option-for-ron95-subsidy-no-new-card-required-mof" target="_blank">Budi95 subsidy due to technical issues with their MyKad</a>. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19549/16068667/conversions/Budi95-JPJ-Licence--JPN-(5)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16068667" alt="Budi95-JPJ-Licence--JPN-(5).jpg"> JPN said nearly 295,000 replacement applications for faulty chips were received between Jan and Aug this year, and expects around 43,000 cases per month. The government will cover all related costs, estimated at over RM700,000 during the replacement period.Through <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/ron95-subsidy-app-counters-and-terminals-payment-options-skps-up-take-low" target="_blank">MyKad verification, more than 16 million Malaysians with valid licences</a> are expected to enjoy upto <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/malaysians-will-enjoy-300l-of-petrol-at-rm199-per-litre-a-month-pmx" target="_blank">300 liters of cheaper RON95 at RM1.99 per litre</a>.

More than 16 million Malaysians stand to benefit from Budi95, but only with both their MyKad and valid driving licence.

Budi95: JPJ Extends Operating Hours; JPN to Issue Free MyKad Replacement

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19548/16068508/conversions/IMG_9037-full.jpg" data-media-id="16068508" alt="IMG_9037.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">BHPetrol revealed today it has received the SIRIM genuine product licencing certification for its range of engine lubricants products.</div></h6> Leading oil and gas firm Boustead Petroleum Marketing, better known as <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/02/bhpetrol-launches-first-ev-charging-station-with-tnb-electron" target="_blank">BHPetrol,</a> revealed earlier today that its range of engine lubricant products have received&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/kpdn-delays-sirim-label-rule-for-engine-lubricants-to-oct" target="_blank">SIRIM genuine product licencing certification</a>.<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/09/bhpetrol-inks-mou-with-kkdw-to-develop-stations-in-rural-area" target="_blank">BHPetrol</a> is now amongst the latest major brands to acquire this certification from SIIRM QAS International which, as reported prior, saw its enforcement start date delayed from April 7, 2025 initially to Oct 7, 2025 instead. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19548/16068509/conversions/IMG_8978-full.jpg" data-media-id="16068509" alt="IMG_8978.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Earlier this year, a new ruling by the government required all engine oil products to obtain and bear a SIRIM label. This was meant to curb fakes and counterfeits.</div></h6> As a refresher, the Malaysian government via the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) all engine lubricants marketed and sold in Malaysia to obtain and bear a SIRIM label.This ruling, gazetted as the Trade Descriptions Order (Certification and Marking of Engine Oil for Motor Vehicles) 2024 back in Oct 2024, requires all engine oil products to undergo an authentication process under SIRIM.The aim behind this was to curb both <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/04/counterfeit-engine-oil-syndicate-busted" target="_blank">fake and counterfeit products</a> from entering the market – a rather prevalent and persistent issue with engine lubricants products which can lead to detrimental and sometimes catastrophic engine damage. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19548/16068530/conversions/IMG_8966-full.jpg" data-media-id="16068530" alt="IMG_8966.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">This now means that BHP -branded lubricants like SynGard, Trans and Dash will also bear the SIRIM QR code stickers indicating its compliance with said new ruling.</div></h6> The certification BHPetrol received today means its lubricant products range manufactured and packed from this date will receive light-green SIRIM QR code stickers, thus indicating the products’ compliance with SIRIM standards.For existing inventory, a light-pink SIRIM QR code sticker will be distributed&nbsp;instead directly to BHPetrol business partners. The latter party are tasked to affix these on lubricant stock already in storage, notes BHPetrol. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19548/16068584/conversions/IMG_9025-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16068584" alt="IMG_9025.jpg"> Both stickers will be rolled-out by BHPetrol in phases.&nbsp;The firm also committed to providing its partners and customers, as well as KPDN, assurances of full transparency and compliance with this coveted genuine product labelling requirement.Presently, BHPetrol markets a range of engine lubricant products under several sub-brands – SynGard for&nbsp;passenger cars, Trans for commercial vehicles, as well as Dash for motorcycles. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19548/16068555/conversions/IMG_9021-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16068555" alt="IMG_9021.jpg">

BHPetrol garners SIRIM certification for its SyGard, Trans and Dash engine lubricants range.

BHPetrol Lubricants Receive SIRIM Certification

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19547/16067949/conversions/skim-strata-kenderaan-usang-5-1024x682-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16067949" alt="skim-strata-kenderaan-usang-5-1024x682.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Transport Minister YB Anthony Loke officially launching the 'Strata Scheme for Abandoned Vehicles' by the Penang city council (MBPP) last weekend.</div></h6> Recently, the Penang city council - Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang (MBPP) – became the first in Malaysia to pioneer the ‘Strata Scheme for Abandoned Vehicles.’Reportedly launched last weekend at the Flat Turnkey Sri Pinang in the presence of Transport Minister YB Anthony Loke, the aptly-named scheme targets the problems – and subsequent disruptions – caused by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/kl-sees-over-1000-abandoned-cars-in-just-five-months" target="_blank">abandoned vehicles</a> in strata housing areas. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19547/16067950/conversions/skim-strata-kenderaan-usang-1-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16067950" alt="skim-strata-kenderaan-usang-1.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">The scheme sees MBPP working closely with the private sector to rid abandoned vehicles in strata housing areas whilst also using the MOT's e-Dereg system.</div></h6> The council is <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/mot-mbpp-setting-up-vehicle-disposal-facility-in-penang" target="_blank">pioneering this together with the private sector</a> which, critically, also involves the use of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/03/jpj-introduces-new-e-dereg-system-to-curb-abandoned-vehicles" target="_blank">e-Dereg system</a> from the Ministry of Transport (MOT). If proven effective, we could see this scheme being practiced by other councils nationwide to combat the widespread - and just plain unsightly - issue of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/abandoned-cars-in-cyberjaya-stir-safety-fears" target="_blank">abandoned vehicles.</a>We’ll also point out that the private sector entity MBPP partnered with specifically is Car Medic - an automotive treatment company licensed by the Department of Environment, to ensure orderly and environmentally friendly disposal of the vehicles.Before you ask, this is the same firm national automaker <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/proton-emas-7-launched-in-singapore-priced-from-rm577k-with-cross-border-warranty" target="_blank">Proton</a> partnered with for <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/proton-xchange-programme-launched-to-woo-older-car-owners-to-trade-in-and-up" target="_blank">its recent cash-for-clunkers initiative launched earlier this year.</a> <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19547/16067973/conversions/548456318_4177726022488866_5048716320174284201_n-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16067973" alt="548456318_4177726022488866_5048716320174284201_n.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Key issues the scheme aims to tacke includes abandoned vehicles taking up precious parking space and causing tension amongst residents, becoming breeding ground for pests, and their potential use in crime.</div></h6> Specifically, Loke stressed that the scheme addresses <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/abandoned-cars-in-cyberjaya-stir-safety-fears" target="_blank">key issues</a> caused by abandoned vehicles. It includes said vehicle occupying precious parking space (that can cause tension among residents), breeding ground for Aedes mosquitoes and rats, not to mention their potential use in crime.“Local authorities have faced constraints in disposing of these vehicles due to being bound by legal procedures, cost and time. Therefore, the state government’s community-level initiative, through MBPP, could be the best solution to overcome the problem of abandoned vehicle build-up in these high-density residential areas,” adds Loke. <h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19547/16067974/conversions/549171337_4177725915822210_4805175745492153531_n-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16067974" alt="549171337_4177725915822210_4805175745492153531_n.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">If proven successful by MBPP, Loke and his ministry hopes other councils nationwide adopts the same.</div></h6> As a refresher, Loke and his ministry launched the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/03/jpj-introduces-new-e-dereg-system-to-curb-abandoned-vehicles" target="_blank">e-Dereg (electronic deregistration) system</a> with the aim of simplifying legal vehicle disposal through allowing owners to cancel their registration online in less than five minutes. In turn, this eliminates the need to queue at JPJ branches and counters.Overall, the scheme noted sees vehicle owners not incurred any costs, and they can even receive payment based on the vehicle’s value. Additionally, this also promises to reduce operational burden on local authorities to tow, store and eventually dispose of these&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/kl-sees-over-1000-abandoned-cars-in-just-five-months" target="_blank">abandoned vehicles</a>.

Penang city council (MBPP) pioneer’s Strata Scheme for Abandoned Vehicles in housing areas using e-Dereg system.

MBPP Pioneers Strata Scheme For Abandoned Vehicles

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A touting driver who <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/loke-klia-taxi-touting-betrays-nations-image" target="_blank" style="">allegedly scammed and assaulted two Chinese tourists at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) has been caught.</a>
Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirmed the arrest, revealing that the driver’s Perodua Axia was immediately seized. “After our undercover operation at KLIA yesterday, JPJ successfully tracked down and detained the driver. The car has been impounded and an investigation paper has been opened,” he said in a Facebook post, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/06/taxi-touting-at-klia-still-on-the-rise-despite-crackdowns" target="_blank">praising JPJ for their quick work.</a>The incident, which went viral on social media, sparked outrage after the victims shared their ordeal.



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The two women had just landed at KLIA2 on September 15 when a man approached them and offered a RM60 ride to their hotel. Thinking it was a fair price, they got into the car, which also had the driver’s wife inside.
But instead of stopping at the hotel, the driver allegedly kept driving into a dark, deserted area before suddenly demanding RM836. The women said they were trapped, terrified, and one of them was choked and slapped several times. <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Their calls to police didn’t go through, leaving them feeling helpless until hotel staff heard their screams and rushed to free them. The driver and his wife fled but were later tracked down.

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Loke stressed that <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2022/12/undercover-rtd-officers-arrest-19-touts-in-klia" target="_blank">MOT will not compromise when it comes to passenger safety. </a>“These touts not only cheat travellers but damage Malaysia’s image. We will act firmly,” he said. <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> <span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">

JPJ detains tout and seizes car after viral case of two Chinese tourists being overcharged and trapped in KLIA ride.

KLIA Tout Arrested After RM800 Tourist Scam

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19541/16067125/conversions/thumb_RON95-MyKad-Two-Tier-Subsidy-Mechanism-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16067125" alt="thumb_RON95-MyKad-Two-Tier-Subsidy-Mechanism.jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Using MyKad to get the RON95 subsidy is the best option, with no new cards required, says the Second Finance Minister.</h6>The use of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/07/pm-ron95-at-rm199-per-litre-with-mykad-starting-end-sept" target="_blank">MyKad to get the RON95 subsidised rate</a> for petrol is the best option instead of creating another system or another card, said Second Finance Minister (MoF) Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.As reported by <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/09/22/finance-minister-ii-using-mykad-to-get-ron95-subsidy-is-the-best-option-no-new-card-needed/191955" target="_blank">Malay Mail</a>, the minister said the MyKad was already being used for the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) programme so it is an effective existing system.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19541/16067126/conversions/RON95-Amir-Hamzah-Parlimen-(4)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16067126" alt="RON95-Amir-Hamzah-Parlimen-(4).jpg"> <h6 style="text-align: center; ">Second Finance Minister YB Senator Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan</h6>“There is no need for a new system or a new card. In fact, using MyKad will instil a sense of pride among Malaysians for their blue identity card,” he said in a press conference at Pulau Betong today.“Now, Malaysians will learn to appreciate their MyKad and take good care of it because it has its benefits and uses,” he added.Amir Hamzah also added that the government will also ensure security systems are in place to protect the data in the system. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19541/16067140/conversions/Setel-Lite-AppReview-12-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16067140" alt="Setel-Lite-AppReview-12.jpg">He further insisted that the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/09/budi95-app-shows-how-revised-ron95-subsidy-will-work" target="_blank">Budi95</a> targeted petrol subsidy programme, which still makes the petrol price in Malaysia among the cheapest in the world, will only benefit Malaysians above 16 years old with licenses. That said, those who are driving foreign-registered vehicles will not be eligible for the subsidy price.“Even if they used MyKad but their vehicles are registered in Singapore or Thailand, they still cannot use RON95, they are only allowed to use RON97,” he said.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/19541/16067144/conversions/Setel-Lite-AppReview-11-full.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16067144" alt="Setel-Lite-AppReview-11.jpg"> On the topic of the 300-litre monthly limit per person, the minister commented that MoF has conducted studies on this to ensure even those travelling for work, such as those living in Seremban travelling to Putrajaya for work, will still be using below that limit.“We have studied and found that those who travel for work, such as from Seremban to Kuala Lumpur, they only use up to about 170 litres a month, so the 300 litres limit is sufficient,” he said.Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/09/22/finance-minister-ii-using-mykad-to-get-ron95-subsidy-is-the-best-option-no-new-card-needed/191955" target="_blank">Malay Mail</a>

Using MyKad to get the RON95 subsidy is the best option, with no new cards required, says the Second Finance Minister.

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