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Beginning on April 8, Persons with Disabilities (OKU) will be eligible for unlimited complimentary ferry rides between the <a href="https://www.caricarz.com/en/news/2024/03/penang-mutiara-line-lrt-project-set-to-complete-in-2030/11638" target="_blank" style="">Sultan Abdul Halim Shah jetty in Butterworth and the Raja Tun Uda jetty </a>here.
According to PPC chairman Yeoh Soon Hin, this is a collaborative effort between Penang Port Commission (PPC) and Penang Port Sdn Bhd, as reported by Bernama.

He said at a press conference here, "The commission and the port have refined the mechanism for implementing this free fare, but the OKU must first register at either terminal (on the island or mainland)."<div class="container" style="display: flex;"><amp-img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/11666/11662570/2623333-full_normal.jpg" width="1100px" height="733px" layout="responsive" style="width: 100%"></amp-img></div><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"> <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
Pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists who use their MyKads to register will have their fares waived. At the moment, pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists pay RM1, RM2, and RM2.50 for OKU.

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21038/16629136/Text---Fuel-Update---1---7-January.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16629136" alt="Text---Fuel-Update---1---7-January.jpg"><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;">The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the retail prices of all fuels in Malaysia, for the coming week of 1 to 7 January, 2026, the rates are as such.<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;">Subsidised regular RON95 (Malaysian) is fixed at RM1.99 per litre. This is in accordance with the BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) subsidy programme.<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;">For the unsubsidised RON95 (Non-Malaysian), it sees no changes. The price stays at RM2.56 per litre, following the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM) formula.<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;">Premium RON97 also maintained. The price is set at RM3.16 per litre.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21038/16629137/Text-2---Fuel-Update---BUDI95.jpeg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16629137" alt="Text-2---Fuel-Update---BUDI95.jpeg"><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;">Diesel is stagnant as well, setting its retail prices in Peninsular Malaysia at RM2.94 per litre (Euro 5 B10/B20) and RM3.14 per litre (Euro 5 B7).<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;">Rates for diesel in East Malaysia remains at RM2.15 per litre (Euro 5 B10/B20) and RM2.35 per litre (Euro 5 B7).<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;">That said, these prices take effect from midnight tonight, until the next price announcement from the Ministry next Wednesday, 7 January, 2026.<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21038/16629138/Text-1---Fuel-Update---Petrol-Pump.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16629138" alt="Text-1---Fuel-Update---Petrol-Pump.jpg">

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced the retail prices of all fuels in Malaysia, for the coming week of 1 to 7 January, 2026, the rates are as such.

Updated Fuel Prices From 1 To 7 January

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Selangor police recorded the settlement of 258,345 traffic summonses worth RM19.51 million during <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/traffic-summons-discount-ends-tougher-penalties-ahead-should-authorities-extend" target="_blank" style="">the two-month 70% summons discount programme, which ran from Nov 1 to Dec 30</a>.
Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said figures as of Dec 30 showed collections from 125,759 POL 257 summonses, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/10/mydigital-id-now-mandatory-for-mybayar-pdrm-access" target="_blank" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">amounting to RM11.49 million, and 132,586 POL 170A summonses worth RM8.02 million.</a>"Collections were led by Klang Selatan district police headquarters, which recorded RM2.7 million, followed by Petaling Jaya with RM2.1 million and Kajang with RM1.7 million," he said. 

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Shazeli stated the programme also highlighted a growing shift towards digital payment methods among the public. While cash payments still made up a slightly larger share at RM10.06 million, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/pdrm-elderly-drivers-involved-in-nearly-7000-fatalities-from-20192024" target="_blank" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">e-payments accounted for a significant RM9.45 million, reflecting increasing acceptance of cashless transactions.</a>“This balance shows that the public is increasingly inclined towards faster and more efficient payment methods, in line with the nation’s digital transformation efforts,” he added.

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He also expressed appreciation to the public for their strong response following the conclusion of the discount programme, which was implemented across all traffic counters under the Selangor police contingent.“The initiative not only helped ease the financial burden on the public, but also encouraged greater awareness and compliance with road traffic laws, contributing to safer roads for everyone,” Shazeli concluded.

More than 258,000 traffic summonses were settled in Selangor during the two-month 70% discount programme, collecting RM19.5 million.

Selangor Police Collect RM19.5 Million During Summons Discount Period

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<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/jpj-summons-discount-ending-49-million-remain-unpaid" target="_blank" style="">The much-talked-about traffic summons discount of up to 70% officially ended yesterday</a>, and it seems plenty of drivers missed the chance to settle their fines. 
According to JPJ, nearly 4.9 million summonses worth RM1.42 billion remain unpaid, despite the massive incentive offered from Nov 1 to Dec 30, 2025. <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/can-instalment-based-payment-scheme-help-solve-unpaid-summonses" target="_blank" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">The discount had been introduced as a final push before the new unified traffic summons system rolls out in Jan 2026.</a> <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21030/16625778/607585578_1305130524993642_4805648310595334303_n-(1).jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16625778" alt="607585578_1305130524993642_4805648310595334303_n-(1).jpg"> 

During the campaign, JPJ collected RM93.51 million, clearing over 700,000 summonses, with the Automated Awareness Safety System (AwAS) offences accounting for more than half of the payments. But with the clock now stopped, those who missed the deadline are facing a tough new reality.From Jan next year, a tiered payment system comes into play. Pay within 15 days and you still get 50% off, 16-30 days gives 33%, after 31 days it’s full price, and after 61 days, you’ll be blacklisted and facing court actions.

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JPJ will block your NRIC and vehicle from renewing road tax or driving license, and driving without either could mean impoundment or immediate legal trouble.
For persistent offenders, the new system also means mandatory court appearances, and ignoring a court date could lead to a warrant of arrest. The revamped KEJARA demerit system will now add points automatically after a summons expires, which could lead to warnings, license suspension, or even revocation for repeat offenders.


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Checking Bukit Aman’s Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department Facebook page, it’s clear many people are frustrated. A lot appealed for an extension, saying they thought the deadline was today, Dec 31, 2025. 
With so many summonses still outstanding, there’s a chance authorities might extend the discount for another month, but for now, we’ll have to wait and see. What do you think? Should they give people extra time?

The traffic summons discount is over, millions of fines remain unpaid, and stricter penalties kick in next year

Traffic Summons Discount Ends, Tougher Penalties Ahead – Should Authorities Extend?

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21026/16624860/LRT3-ShahAlam-Line-(1)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16624860" alt="LRT3-ShahAlam-Line-(1)-full_normal.jpg"> Although solutions have been developed for all 33 technical issues flagged on the LRT3 Shah Alam Line, the systems have <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/lrt3-wont-launch-this-year-as-glitches-persist-no-new-date-set" target="_blank">yet to complete full testing to confirm they perform reliably</a> under operating conditions.According to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.sinarharian.com.my/article/762108/edisi/selangor-kl/33-isu-teknikal-lrt3-shah-alam-sudah-ada-penyelesaian-masih-diuji-sepenuhnya" target="_blank">Sinar Harian</a>, Shah Alam Line COO Mohd Ariffin Idris said the project team is now focused on extended and continuous testing, aimed at validating whether the fixes introduced truly resolve the problems encountered earlier. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21026/16624861/482007087_633007019374783_2319286765909882135_n.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16624861" alt="482007087_633007019374783_2319286765909882135_n.jpg"> He explained that while corrective measures are already in place, they must be proven through rigorous trials before the line can be considered operationally ready. Testing, he said, is still ongoing and remains a critical phase of the project.A major area of attention is the system software, which is being upgraded to the latest baseline to ensure it can cope with both existing faults and any new issues that may emerge during testing.Mohd Ariffin added that failure-free run (FFR) testing is currently being carried out on all trains assigned to the Shah Alam Line. A total of 22 trains must undergo the process, with each test monitored by the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) as part of standard regulatory requirements. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21026/16624862/481670118_633007029374782_6626559310987309250_n.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16624862" alt="481670118_633007029374782_6626559310987309250_n.jpg"> Even trains that have already clocked the required mileage are not exempt, as they still need to be reassessed to ensure every technical and safety criterion is fully satisfied.According to him, the line cannot open to passengers until all trains pass FFR testing and the entire system, including infrastructure and signalling, is confirmed to be fully complete and stable.Testing is conducted around the clock, including overnight sessions, with specialists from original equipment manufacturers involved to address specific technical challenges. These include signalling systems supplied from Germany and rolling stock sourced from China.He noted that uncovering new issues during dry runs is not unusual, and any problems identified will be rectified before further testing continues to ensure long-term stability. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21026/16624863/PANEL-A-Quick-Facts-2.png" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16624863" alt="PANEL-A-Quick-Facts-2.png"> As for the start of public operations, Mohd Ariffin said an official projection is expected to be announced by senior management around January next year, once testing reaches a more conclusive stage.Earlier reports by Prasarana Malaysia Bhd revealed that the 33 technical issues, largely linked to software errors and system disruptions, were identified during two and a half months of testing and were a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/lrt3-wont-launch-this-year-as-glitches-persist-no-new-date-set" target="_blank">key reason behind delays to the line’s launch</a>.Among the problems detected were trains failing to stop precisely at platforms, issues with door operations, incorrect speed settings, failures in automatic train movement, and unintended train movement when the system should have remained static.

All 33 technical problems identified on the Shah Alam Line have proposed fixes, but full testing is still underway.

LRT3: 33 Problems Identified, Solutions Ready, Tests Ongoing

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21025/16624790/conversions/485839793_697402852618648_4862156331437430502_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16624790" alt="485839793_697402852618648_4862156331437430502_n.jpg"> Customs checks for travellers leaving Malaysia will be relocated to the departure gates at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 from Jan 1, as part of efforts to improve passenger flow.At present, the Royal Malaysian Customs Department carries out inspections using departure screening scanners positioned after Immigration clearance. Authorities say this arrangement can <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/klia-fully-enforces-vehicle-access-system-to-ease-congestion" target="_blank">contribute to congestion, particularly during peak travel periods</a>.The Transport Ministry said the revised setup is designed to create a smoother pre-boarding experience, reducing queues and easing crowding in the departure zone. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21025/16624791/conversions/485363247_697571795935087_5776787003315352762_n-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16624791" alt="485363247_697571795935087_5776787003315352762_n.jpg"> The change follows close coordination between the ministry, Customs, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) and the Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency (MCBA).The ministry stressed that security and enforcement standards will not be relaxed. Customs inspections of passengers and goods will continue under strengthened operational coordination and agreed procedures.It added that the move is expected to enhance passenger comfort, speed up boarding and ensure KLIA Terminal 1 operates in a more efficient, orderly and safe manner, in line with international airport practices.Authorities also warned that travellers attempting to take prohibited or undeclared items out of the country will continue to face firm enforcement action.Source: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/12/30/streamlined-customs-checks-for-departing-travellers-at-klia-t1-starting-jan-1" target="_blank">The Star</a>

Customs checks at KLIA T1 will move to the departure gates from Jan 1, promising smoother departures.

KLIA T1 Moves Customs Checks — Here’s What You Need To Know

<img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21015/16619862/conversions/China-Japan-Auto-SDales-2025-(3)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16619862" alt="China-Japan-Auto-SDales-2025-(3).png"> For the first time, Chinese automakers are set to become the world’s biggest sellers of new cars in 2025, ending more than 20 years of Japanese dominance. It marks a decisive shift in the global automotive landscape, according to <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://cn.nikkei.com/china/ccompany/60887-2025-12-30-09-04-44.html" target="_blank">Nikkei China</a>.The findings are based on company disclosures from Jan to Nov 2025 and data from S&amp;P Global Mobility, compiled by Nikkei China. The figures cover both passenger and commercial vehicles sold domestically and overseas.China’s global vehicle sales are expected to rise 17% year-on-year to about 27 million units. After becoming the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/08/china-accounted-for-31-of-global-car-sales-in-1h-2023-with-61-of-the-worlds-evs-were-sold" target="_blank">world’s largest car exporter in 2023</a>, the country is now on track to lead overall sales as well. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21015/16619977/conversions/China-Japan-Auto-SDales-2025-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16619977" alt="China-Japan-Auto-SDales-2025-(2).png"> That momentum is being driven by electrification. EVs and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) now account for about 70% of automakers’ sales in China, supported by strong policy backing. Nearly six in 10 passenger cars sold are new energy vehicles.Japanese automakers, meanwhile, are expected to post flat sales of around 25 million units, pushing them into second place. At their peak in 2018, Japanese brands sold close to 30 million vehicles globally.The speed of the shift is striking. Just three years ago, Japanese automakers were ahead by roughly eight million vehicles. That gap has now disappeared, reflecting China’s rapid expansion and growing pressure within its domestic market. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21015/16619981/conversions/China-Japan-Auto-SDales-2025-(3)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16619981" alt="China-Japan-Auto-SDales-2025-(3).jpg"> However, this has led to signs of oversupply becoming more evident, with major players such as <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2024/03/2023my-byd-atto-3-gets-rm20000-discount-starts-from-rm129800-now" target="_blank">BYD cutting prices to stay competitive</a>.The fiercest competition is in the RMB100,000 to RMB150,000 (RM58,000 to RM87,000) segment, which now accounts for nearly a quarter of new energy passenger vehicle sales, with margins under increasing pressure.The solution, export as a release valve. Chinese automakers are increasingly shipping surplus vehicles overseas, a trend that some markets have criticised as “deflationary exports”.ASEAN has emerged as a key destination. Chinese car sales in the region surged 49% to about 500,000 units, directly challenging the long-standing dominance of Japanese brands. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21015/16619983/conversions/MAA-Oct-2025-Caricarz-(2)-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16619983" alt="MAA-Oct-2025-Caricarz-(2).jpg"> Thailand illustrates how <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2023/05/chinas-gwm-plans-ev-battery-assembly-research-in-thailand" target="_blank">quickly the balance is shifting</a>. As of Nov 2025, Japanese cars accounted for 69% of new vehicle sales, down from around 90% five years ago.Here at home, Malaysia is feeling similar pressure too. As EV adoption picks up, Chinese brands are <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/08/china-goes-global-as-geely-chery-and-byd-plant-roots-in-malaysia" target="_blank">gaining attention with aggressive pricing and rapid product cycles</a>, forcing incumbents to rethink cost structures and feature offerings.Europe remains another major battleground. Chinese car sales there are projected to grow 7% to roughly 2.3 million units, even as trade barriers rise. <img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21015/16619984/conversions/Jaecoo-J7-CKD-CheryMalaysia-ShahAlamPlant-7-full_normal.jpg" style="width: 100%;" data-media-id="16619984" alt="Jaecoo-J7-CKD-CheryMalaysia-ShahAlamPlant-7.jpg"> While the European Union has imposed tariffs on Chinese EVs, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/byd-dolphin-gains-new-phev-version-in-europe-debuts-in-2026" target="_blank">exports of PHEVs</a>, which face fewer restrictions, are increasing rapidly and reshaping the region's export strategies.Growth is also accelerating across emerging markets. Sales in Africa are expected to climb 32% to 230,000 units, while Central and South America are projected to rise 33% to about 540,000 units.However, as Chinese automakers scale globally, resistance is building. The US and Canada have imposed <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/05/us-china-agree-to-reduce-tariff-rates-for-90-days" target="_blank">tariffs exceeding 100% on Chinese EVs</a>, while the EU has introduced duties of up to 45.3%, underscoring the growing pushback as global competition intensifies.

China set to become world’s top auto seller in 2025, overtaking Japan as domestic and overseas sales growth surges.

China Set to Overtake Japan as World’s Top Auto Seller in 2025

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Starting Jan 1, 2026, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/ktmb-expands-ets-east-coast-rail-services-from-jan-1" target="_blank" style="">KTMB will officially end the Southern Express service on the Gemas–JB Sentral–Gemas route,</a> after nine years of operation. The move comes as part of a plan to realign services and support the Gemas–Johor Bahru Electrified Double-Tracking Project.
KTMB said the change is meant to provide a more efficient, integrated travel experience for passengers. From Jan, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.carz.com.my/2025/12/ktmbs-ets3-to-jb-sentral-launches-dec-12-with-30-discount" target="_blank" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">commuters in the southern sector will be served by eight daily Electric Train Service (ETS) trips to JB Sentral</a>, offering a modern, comfortable, and environmentally friendly journey.



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For those who rely on other southern routes, the Ekspres Rakyat Timuran (ERT) service between JB Sentral and Tumpat will continue as usual, while the Shuttle Timuran remains available for stop-to-stop travel between Gemas and Tumpat."Every journey, memory, and nostalgia shared with the Southern Express will always be remembered by all of us at KTMB,” KTMB’s Chief Technical Officer and acting CEO, Ahmad Nizam Mohamed Amin said.


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Passengers are advised to check schedules in advance through KTMB’s official ticket platforms, social media channels, or by calling the KTMB Call Centre at 03-9779 1200.

KTMB will end the Southern Express on the Gemas–JB Sentral route from Jan 1 to make way for eight daily ETS trips.

KTMB Southern Express Ends Service As ETS Takes Over

<h6 style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21012/16619488/conversions/download---2025-10-01T140759.149-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16619488" alt="download---2025-10-01T140759.149.jpeg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">A local road safety expert recently suggested that instalment-based payment scheme may be a viable solution towards unpaid and outstanding summonses and fines.</div></h6> Yesterday, a <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/12/1346362/instalment-payments-proposed-improve-traffic-fine-compliance" target="_blank">report</a> by local daily New Straits Time (NST) had quoted a local road safety expert who suggested that the government and relevant enforcement agencies should offer instalment-based payment option to resolve the problem of unpaid summonses.Dr Law Teik Hua, head associate professor at the Universiti Putra Malaysia Road Safety Research Centre, touts that allowing offending motorists to pay fines and summonses in manageable instalments will also directly tackle affordability issues towards which, especially amongst lower income groups – the ‘B40’.“By providing standardised and widely announced instalment payments, we confront head-on the ability-to-pay issue,” argues Dr Law. He further added that such a method can convert an unaffordable large sum or amount into a manageable and consistent outlay too.“This approach says: we understand your financial constraints and will help you pay, but the commitment remains non-negotiable,” continued Dr Law further. He also noted that such a system must be paired with firm enforcement, which may include automatic penalties such as road tax or licence renewal freeze for defaulters.With unpaid summonses and fines, Dr Law further argues that the issue lies in enforcement. “If actual punishment is absent, no rational person, regardless of income level, would feel compelled to pay. It becomes a form of lottery, where only the unluckiest end up paying,” said Dr Law. <h6><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://static-content-live.caricarz.com/media_library/post/21012/16619489/conversions/571206228_1452121540254301_3864489242765190625_n-full_normal.jpg" data-media-id="16619489" alt="571206228_1452121540254301_3864489242765190625_n.jpg" style="font-size: 0.8125rem; background-color: transparent; width: 100%;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">Govt enforcement agencies like JPJ reportedly have up to RM1.4 billion in unpaid and outstanding summonses and fines. Could instalment-based payments reduce this effectively?</div></h6> Lastly, Dr Law also added that inconsistent enforcement further contributes to creating a culture and mindset where summonses and fines are seen as “optional”. Given that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) reportedly has up to RM1.4 billion in unpaid summonses and fines, this perhaps isn’t the worse suggestion yet.Adding to this suggestion’s viability further is the fact that JPJ only <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/12/1345668/rtd-collects-rm935mil-discounted-summonses-rm14bil-still-unpaid" target="_blank">reportedly</a>&nbsp;collected just RM93.51 million in outstanding summonses and fines through their recent collection drive. Despite the department offering offending motorists a 50% discount through said drive, the amount collected is clearly meagre versus the total amount noted prior.Despite the sound and valid arguments, Carz.com.my also recognises some concerns such as scheme may raise, notably on questions at how the department plans on setting eligible conditions in allowing offending motorists such a payment scheme.What say you folks? Are you for or against this suggestion? Share your take in the comments below…<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div>

Road safety expert suggests instalment-based payment scheme could help resolve unpaid summonses. Do you agree?

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