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Malaysiakini
15 hours ago
- Malaysiakini
Gerik bus tragedy: Apad issues show-cause letter to operator
The Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) has issued a show-cause letter to the bus operator involved in yesterday's crash at KM53 of the East-West Highway near Tasik Banding, Gerik, which claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Upsi) students. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said at the same time, the Road Transport Department is conducting a Safety Inspection and Audit on the bus and the company involved under the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) and the Land Public Transport Act (Act 715).
New Straits Times
5 days ago
- New Straits Times
RTD probes lorry company involved in fatal FRU crash
KOTA BARU: The Road Transport Department (RTD) has opened an investigation into the lorry company involved in a fatal collision with a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) truck that claimed nine lives in Teluk Intan, Perak, on May 13. RTD senior enforcement director, Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the investigation paper is expected to be completed by the end of this month before being handed over to the deputy public prosecutor for further action. "The lorry has been seized and we have opened an investigation paper on the company that owns the lorry. The investigation is expected to take around a month. "Initial findings revealed violations that could lead to charges against the company for breaching permit conditions. "The lorry was transporting an unauthorised load. It was licensed to carry coal, but at the time of the accident, it was carrying gravel, which violated the permit conditions," he said. Kifli said the lorry company is being investigated under Section 57 of the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715). He was speaking at a press conference during a special motorcycle operation under the Aidiladha Special Operation on Jalan Kuala Krai late last night. Nine FRU members died in the crash between the unit's truck and a gravel-laden trailer along Jalan Chikus–Sungai Lampam in Teluk Intan on the morning of May 13. The deceased were S. Perumal, 44; Mohd Roslan Abd Rahim, 46; Mohd Pozli Jaudin, 41; Nurit A.K. Pandak, 34; Amiruddin Zabri, 38; Mohamad Hilmi Mohd Azlan, 38; Akmal Muhamad, 35; Damarrulan Abdul Latif, 33; and Akmal Wafi Annuar, 28.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
InDrive & Maxim banned in Malaysia starting July — appeals still possible
To my fellow commuters who, like me, juggle between various e-hailing apps to get around, it looks like we've got one more thing to add to our list of travel headaches. Starting 24 July 2025, both Maxim and InDrive will be officially pulled off the roads following a government order. Although whispers about the possible shutdown of these 2 platforms have been circling for some time now, the confirmation only came recently. On 9 May, Transport Minister Anthony Loke made the announcement public. This move comes after the Malaysian P-Hailing Riders Association brought the issue to light earlier this month. They called out the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) for allegedly turning a blind eye to foreign e-hailing platforms that were operating without proper authorisation. Following an investigation, APAD concluded that both companies had breached licensing regulations under the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715). Specifically, they failed to ensure that all vehicles listed under their platforms had valid E-Hailing Vehicle Permits. As someone who regularly switches between InDrive, Maxim, AirAsia Ride, and Grab, I can't deny that InDrive and Maxim often felt a bit scuffed. Their apps weren't exactly reassuring — offering inaccurate ETAs, missing driver photos, or incomplete license info. Compared to Grab's more polished and secure interface, they seemed to cut corners in places where safety and transparency matter. That said, it's hard to ignore why some users are worried. Grab may be the best choice, but its surge pricing during peak hours could be downright ridiculous. 2-km trips could cost you up to RM30 if luck is not on your side. What made InDrive and Maxim appealing was their affordability, with InDrive even letting passengers haggle and agree on fares directly with drivers. Loke did mention that both companies are free to file an appeal, but the final say remains in his hands. So what do you think — should they be given a second chance, or is it better we stick with fewer but more tightly regulated options on the road? Benihana's 1st Malaysia outlet serves theatrical teppanyaki, juicy steaks, rich salmon belly & unique mocktails The post InDrive & Maxim banned in Malaysia starting July — appeals still possible appeared first on
The Sun
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
InDrive pledges compliance, operates during appeal
PETALING JAYA: Indrive, the US-based e-hailing platform, has committed to complete adherence to the regulatory standards by Malaysia's Land Public Transport Agency (APAD). Govin Kumaar, InDrive's business development head, said that the e-hailing platform will maintain its Malaysian operations throughout the three-month appeal period, in accordance with current regulatory frameworks, as reported by the New Straits Times. 'We are actively engaging with the relevant authorities to seek further clarification and are committed to aligning with all requirements set forth by APAD,' he said. This comes after Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that APAD had sent letters to InDrive and another e-hailing company Maxim, to cease their operations in the country effective July 24. The ban is because they were allegedly operating illegally. ALSO READ: inDrive, Maxim ordered to cease operations effective July 24 According to APAD, these two platforms broke the rules of the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715) by not having a valid E-Hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP) for all their vehicles, which is a key requirement of their Intermediation Business Licence (IBL). Such violations constitute an offence under Section 12D(1)(a) of the Act, which empowers the agency to revoke the licences of operators found violating the terms of their licence. However, the minister said the two ride-hailing companies can appeal, but the ultimate decision would be his.
New Straits Times
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
InDrive assures compliance following operation cease order
KUALA LUMPUR: US-based e-hailing platform InDrive has pledged to fully comply with all regulatory requirements set by the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad). This comes after Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that Apad had issued official letters instructing InDrive and another platform, Maxim, "InDrive remains operational in Malaysia during the three-month appeal period, in line with the existing regulatory framework. We are actively engaging with the relevant authorities to seek further clarification and are committed to aligning with all requirements set forth by Apad," said InDrive business development lead, Govin Kumaar, today. The directive to cease operations followed calls for enforcement action by the Malaysian P-Hailing Delivery Association, which alleged that both services were operating without adhering to the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715). The alleged violations include the use of drivers without valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licences, the absence of e-hailing insurance coverage, and the failure to conduct mandatory vehicle inspections. Apad said that both companies had breached key terms of their Individual Operator Licences (IBL), particularly the requirement for all vehicles to be registered under a valid E-Hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP). These breaches constitute offences under Section 12D(1)(a) of the Land Public Transport Act, which grants Apad the authority to revoke the licences of non-compliant operators.
