Click to enlarge Touch ‘n Go has increased the number of highways that are PayDirect-enabled to a total of ten, with six more set to join the list in the future. During its initial introduction earlier in February, PayDirect was offered on just three highways – Duta-Ulu Kelang Expressway (DUKE), Kemuning-Shah Alam Highway (LKSA) and the Stormwater Management and Road Tunnel (SMART). New additions to the list include the Guthrie Corridor Expressway (GCE), Kajang Dispersal Link Experessway (SILK), Maju Expressway (MEX), Lebuhraya Grand Sepadu (GRANDSEPADU), Ampang-Kuala Lumpur Elevated Highway (AKLEH), Kuala Lumpur-Kuala Selangor Expressway (LATAR) and Cheras-Kajang Highway (GRANDSAGA). As a refresher, PayDirect allows users to link up to three Touch n’ Go cards to their eWallet app. Once a card is linked to the eWallet, the toll charge will automatically be deducted from the eWallet whenever a linked card is used at a toll booth (either by tapping it on a reader or by … [Read more...] about Touch ‘n Go PayDirect now available on 10 highways
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JPJeBid online vehicle number plate bidding system detailed
The government has rolled out the new electronic vehicle number plate bidding system it said would be introduced this year, albeit three months later than that proposed by the transport ministry. The road transport department (JPJ) began the online vehicle registration number bidding system (JPJeBid) in pilot project form on April 15, kicking things off with the FC plate series. As it progresses, the JPJeBid system is expected to expand its scope to other series plates, though there is no mention of when this will happen and if it will remain only for use with special plates. As it stands, the bidding process for the FC plate ends on April 19. A quick check reveals that the system is run under the scope of the department’s existing MySIKAP online transaction system, the feature being listed under the registration number management menu. According to the department, available elements in JPJeBid include advertising, registration, bidding, payment as well as application and account … [Read more...] about JPJeBid online vehicle number plate bidding system detailed
JPJ collected RM4.23 billion in revenue for 2018
The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has collected RM4.23 billion in revenue for last year, the bulk of which was from road tax renewals, said transport minister Anthony Loke. According to The Star, Loke said that road tax renewals accounted for 69% of the amount, an increase of 3.32% when compared to the revenue collected in 2017. “I want to take this opportunity to congratulate all JPJ officers for their hard work over the years,” he said during his speech at the 73rd JPJ Day celebration recently. Loke also said JPJ was now among the top four departments with the highest revenue collected, besides the Customs Department, Inland Revenue Board and Immigration Department. “In order to maintain quality service for the people, JPJ must ensure that its services always exceed the people’s expectations,” he noted, adding that “they must be fast in taking action, have flexible policies as well as provide the best services by using the latest … [Read more...] about JPJ collected RM4.23 billion in revenue for 2018
FC number plate open for tender via e-bidding process
Looking for the perfect number plate for your tenth-generation Honda Civic? Then you’ll be pleased to know that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) has opened tenders for the FC number plate series, with biddings to close this Friday, April 19, according to the News Straits Times. The introduction of the new series comes about a year after the previous FB series, as promised by the authority then. In a new development, buyers are now able to bid for their ideal number plates online via an e-bidding system, as part of a JPJ pilot programme. “This [e-bidding for FC series] is a pioneer project [by JPJ] and the process ends on April 19 at 11:59 pm,” said transport minister Anthony Loke, adding that the official results for successful bidders will be announced at noon the next day. Perusing the website, it appears that there are four types of numbers – running, “popular” (double-digit, certain triple-digit numbers), “attractive” (matching … [Read more...] about FC number plate open for tender via e-bidding process
Low response to mandatory inspection for ride-hailing vehicles
Despite all ride-hailing drivers needing a public service vehicle (PSV) licence by July 12 in order to continue business, it seems response to obtaining the necessary requirements is still soft, at least where vehicle inspection is concerned. Up to April 10, only 35 of the estimated 200,000-odd ride-hailing vehicles in the country have undergone Puspakom inspection, Bernama reports. Part of the requirement for obtaining a PSV licence includes mandatory Puspakom inspection for cars that are over three years old, for which RM55 needs to be paid. According to Puspakom CEO Mohammed Shukor Ismail, drivers do not need get their PSV licences first before sending their cars for a Puspakom inspection. He urged ride-hailing drivers not to wait until the last minute before sending their vehicles for the inspection. “This is to avoid any problems such as not getting approved within the stipulated time, or congestion at the last minute,” he said, adding that the company has extended … [Read more...] about Low response to mandatory inspection for ride-hailing vehicles