How to prepare your car for floods?
As the monsoon season comes upon us, heavy rains are to be expected and floods are imminent in low places. If you live in a flood prone area, it is best advised to be prepared for the worst case scenario and protect your belongings. It is better to have flood insurance for your car if […]
Do You Know How Your Road Tax Is Calculated?
The Road Tax Rates in Malaysia Do you know that you can actually self-compute the road tax amount for a given car to see if you can afford its road tax? It is as simple as just adding the progressive rate to its base road tax rate! Before you can do that, you need to […]
Know The Important Road Signs in Malaysia
It’s not the first time for most of us driving on the Malaysian road, but more often than not, there’s are still signs that we have no idea what they mean until now. It is very common to see different types of road signs being erected along the roads in Malaysia. Knowing what these road […]
Stay-At-Home Car Maintenance During Covid-19
With the unpredictable and volatile Covid-19 situation in Malaysia, various types of MCO (Movement Control Order) have been introduced to curb the further spread of Covid-19 on and off. During this lockdown period, most cars will be left parked in the parking lots or garage for an extended period of time. Do you know that […]
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 […]