Common Online Car Scams To Beware Of
With the advancement of technology, the Internet has enabled buyers and sellers of cars to buy and sell cars on various online platforms. Most of these online platforms offer car reviews, online vehicle history reports, detailed car listings, and many other features to aid buyers and sellers of cars to get the deal through. On […]
Transfer Of Car Ownership In Malaysia
Aside from voluntary transfer of car ownership (e.g. transfer of ownership from father to son), the main reason for the transfer of car ownership is due to a sale of the car to a buyer. Based on the JPJ guideline, the registered owner (seller) and the new owner (buyer) for private vehicles need to come […]
What happens if you lose your car grant (VOC)?
From 1st June 2016 onwards, car owners who renewed their vehicles’ road tax, and/ or have done a vehicle transfer will be receiving an online-based Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) instead of a Registration Card (RC)/ Grant of their vehicles. A car grant is a document that carries the registration of a car and is issued […]
How Do You Decide If It’s Time To Sell Your Car?
Is it time to sell your car? How do I know when it is the time to sell my car? Is it time to sell my car now? Should I? The answers to these questions will depend on a variety of different factors. Let’s take a closer look at some of these factors to consider […]
Have You Heard About The Pandemic Lockdown Car Insurance & Road Tax Exemption?
Car Insurance & Road Tax During Lockdown Exemption for renewal of road tax and driver licences that was originally set to end on 31st March 2021. Individuals were given 30 days after the exemption period, which is until 30 April 2021 to renew their expired road taxes and driver licences. In light of […]
Do You Know That Malaysia Is Known For Having One Of The World’s Highest Taxes On Cars?
Do you know that Malaysia is known for having one of the world’s highest taxes on cars? In terms of import and excise duties collection, the sales of new cars and spare parts for motor vehicles are the single largest contributor, even exceeding those of tobacco and alcohol products! Based on statistical data, the […]
How To Sell Your Cars At Home During The Pandemic
With the prolonged lockdown due to the ongoing pandemic, dealership showrooms continue to be closed. The coronavirus pandemic has definitely had an impact on the car-shopping (both buying and selling) processes. While it may not have been the best time to sell your car, if you must sell (e.g. to raise funds for other purposes, […]
Vehicle Licensing Fee in Malaysia
In Malaysia, the Motor Vehicle License (LKM) is issued by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) under the Road Transport Act 1987 and Motor Vehicle (Registration and Licensing) Rule, 1959. For the renewal of motor vehicle license in Malaysia, below are documents that will be required: – Original vehicle registration certificate. – […]
What To Do If Your Car Breaks Down In The Middle Of Nowhere?
Going on a trip with your family or going on a long journey outstation drive can be adventurous as you drive and discover new roads and sceneries along the journey. As you drive, you may end up in the middle of nowhere, and things can get really scary when your car breaks down! Here are […]
How To Renew Your Driver’s License In Malaysia
To legally drive on the road in Malaysia, every driver has to have a valid Competent Driving License (CDL). However, I am pretty sure we all know that our driver’s license comes with an expiry date. It is our responsibility to renew it on time to avoid any complications while driving on the road. Let’s […]