News & Reviews:   transport ministry

In a milestone move for PRO-NET, the official distributor of Proton e.MAS and smart Malaysia vehicles, the company has officially handed over a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) to the Ministry of Transport (MOT). The handover, which took place on 26 August, aligns with the national Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint (LCMB) 2021–2030 and reinforces PRO-NET’s role in driving the country’s transition to sustainable transportation.

The Putrajaya Corporation (PPj) together with the Malaysian Ministry of Transport (MOT) is conducting a trial operation of the Automatic Transit Vehicle (ART) or trackless tram from 13 May to 31 July 2024. This pilot project aims to introduce ART as one of the modes of transport that complement the existing system network in Putrajaya. If successful, this tram service is expected to start at the end of this year.

Things are getting more interesting in Malaysia. Recently, the Ministry of Transport under the leadership of Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook is finalising the details for the road tax rate or motor vehicle license (LKM) for electric vehicles (EV). That said, what should you know about it?

Yesterday, we reported that Grab Malaysia is implementing a new fare structure during peak hours in Klang valley which would make it more expensive when the ride is stuck in traffic. Now, the Ministry of Transport (MOT) has responded to the price adjustments and announced that it would be looking into the matter.

That's right, the Ministry of Transport will be taking charge of the p-hailing industry. Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong informed the media just recently, as the purview initiative is to ensure better goods and good delivery services and regulations under the government.