Government & Legislation News

3M™ Diamond Grade™ Conspicuity Marking: Be Seen Be Safe
Effective 1st January, 2017, the Road Transport Department (JPJ) announced that rear reflective marking were mandatory on all commercial vehicles.

Sarawak to Turn on the Electric Bus Switch
According to a report in The Star Online, Sarawak will make the move to electric buses for its public transportation system.

New Dedicated Bus Service for Kuala Terengganu
Terengganu’s capital will feature a dedicated bus service similar to the MyRapid bus service in the Klang Valley according to the New Straits Times.

Autonomous Buses to be on Singapore’s Roads by 2022
From 2022, the commuters in Punggol, Tengah and the Jurong Innovation District (JID) will be served by autonomous buses and on-demand shuttles.

Vehicle Lifespan Policy Is Crucial Says Liow
The Transport Ministry is entering the final stages of studying the vehicle lifespan policy according to a report in The Star Online.

Johor Sand & Granite Lorry Operators’ Association Organises Road Safety Seminar
‘How To Review Your Lorry Engine Parts & Maintenance Skill To Enhance Road Safety’ was the theme of the recent seminar organised by the Johor Sand & Granite Lorry Operators’ Association.

Interview: Nazari HJ Akhbar - Association of Malaysian Hauliers
Truck & Bus News recently had the opportunity to interview Association President Nazari HJ Akhbar, who took over at the head of the Association at the end of 2015.

Bus Rapid Transit System Project Launched at Progressive Johor Expo
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system is due to service as the spine of the public transportation system in Iskandar Malaysia for the next 20 years.

Lorry Operators Support No Toll Hike