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Home News Auto News Transport Ministry Finalising New Laws To (Finally?) Curb The Mat Rempit Menace Transport Ministry Finalising New Laws To (Finally?) Curb The Mat Rempit Menace Auto News Jim Kem | December 16, 2024 01:38 pm The Malaysian Transport Ministry is finalising amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to address the ongoing Mat Rempit issue. Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah revealed that the changes will introduce clearer provisions targeting dangerous riding and illegal motorcycle racing, with the aim of imposing stricter penalties as a deterrent. Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, Hasbi said the draft bill has been submitted to the Attorney General’s Chambers. This move follows years of concern over the rise in Mat Rempit activities, often involving reckless stunts and unlawful racing, leading to accidents, injuries, and death. "The government is studying the need to tighten existing laws to introduce harsher penalties for dangerous and illegal racing," he told the Dewan Rakyat on Wednesday (Dec 11), adding that “The draft bill for the amendment of Act 333 has been brought to the Attorney General’s Chambers.” The ministry has already been implementing measures to combat the issue, including operations like Op Samseng Jalanan, social media monitoring, and public awareness campaigns. Hasbi added that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) is collaborating with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) to curb the sale of non-compliant and modified motorcycles. Additionally, motorcycles seized for illegal racing or extreme modifications will now be disposed of. "Disposing of modified vehicles seized will be a lesson for motorbike users. This is because several mat rempits are not worried when their vehicles get seized as they know the seized items will be returned," he explained. Calls for tougher legislation against Mat Rempit activities have been ongoing for what seems like decades. In 2022, the government proposed heavier penalties under Section 42 of the act. Experts have also urged policymakers to define Mat Rempit more clearly within the law to ensure effective enforcement. These latest amendments are expected to bring much-needed clarity and enforcement power to curb the Mat Rempit menace, which poses significant road safety risks. ✕ Let's Connect on Whatsapp We protect your personal information in compliance with the PDPA I agree with Carlist.my Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. I agree to receive personalised communication from Carlist.my and its car sellers, business affiliates and partners. Check out the best car deals in town! Prev Next Special offer - call now! days hours Avg. mkt. Why no price is listed? Sometime dealer wants you to contact for the best price. I Why no price is listed? Sometime dealer wants you to contact for the best price. Related Tags 2024 Mat Rempit motorcycle Illegal Racing safety Road Safety Transport Ministry Dewan Rakyat Law Government Print Jim Kem Content Producer There's just something about cars. It's a conveyance, it's a liability, it's a tool; but it can also be a source of joy, pride, inspiration and passion. It's much like clothes versus fashion. And like the latter, the pursuit of perfection never ends. Related News Beware: Possible Snatch Thieves Seen In KL Wielding Hand-Mounted Hooks Insights Jim Kem | May 07, 2015 There are a couple of pictures that’s been making the rounds on various social media sites recently that raised a few shocked eyebrows ... Motorcycle Accidents Account For Highest Deaths On Kuala Lumpur Roads Auto News Jim Kem | November 16, 2015 This new statistic probably will not come as a surprise when compared with accident victims in cars in most cities, but for Kuala Lumpur at least, ... Minimum Age For A Motorcycle License Should Be 21, not 16 - says CAP Auto News Jim Kem | July 09, 2015 The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) has expressed that it wants to urge the government to increase the minimum age for Malaysians to be ... Watch This Video Before You Judge The Bikers On Federal Highway Insights Gokul | August 19, 2016 For the longest time, the motorcycle lane along the Federal Highway has remained a death trap.Those who have used the lane even from Petaling Jaya to ... Comments
Transport Ministry Finalising New Laws To (Finally?) Curb The Mat Rempit Menace Auto News Jim Kem | December 16, 2024 01:38 pm The Malaysian Transport Ministry is finalising amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to address the ongoing Mat Rempit issue. Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah revealed that the changes will introduce clearer provisions targeting dangerous riding and illegal motorcycle racing, with the aim of imposing stricter penalties as a deterrent. Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, Hasbi said the draft bill has been submitted to the Attorney General’s Chambers. This move follows years of concern over the rise in Mat Rempit activities, often involving reckless stunts and unlawful racing, leading to accidents, injuries, and death. "The government is studying the need to tighten existing laws to introduce harsher penalties for dangerous and illegal racing," he told the Dewan Rakyat on Wednesday (Dec 11), adding that “The draft bill for the amendment of Act 333 has been brought to the Attorney General’s Chambers.” The ministry has already been implementing measures to combat the issue, including operations like Op Samseng Jalanan, social media monitoring, and public awareness campaigns. Hasbi added that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) is collaborating with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) to curb the sale of non-compliant and modified motorcycles. Additionally, motorcycles seized for illegal racing or extreme modifications will now be disposed of. "Disposing of modified vehicles seized will be a lesson for motorbike users. This is because several mat rempits are not worried when their vehicles get seized as they know the seized items will be returned," he explained. Calls for tougher legislation against Mat Rempit activities have been ongoing for what seems like decades. In 2022, the government proposed heavier penalties under Section 42 of the act. Experts have also urged policymakers to define Mat Rempit more clearly within the law to ensure effective enforcement. These latest amendments are expected to bring much-needed clarity and enforcement power to curb the Mat Rempit menace, which poses significant road safety risks. ✕ Let's Connect on Whatsapp We protect your personal information in compliance with the PDPA I agree with Carlist.my Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. I agree to receive personalised communication from Carlist.my and its car sellers, business affiliates and partners. Check out the best car deals in town! Prev Next Special offer - call now! days hours Avg. mkt. Why no price is listed? Sometime dealer wants you to contact for the best price. I Why no price is listed? Sometime dealer wants you to contact for the best price. Related Tags 2024 Mat Rempit motorcycle Illegal Racing safety Road Safety Transport Ministry Dewan Rakyat Law Government
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Beware: Possible Snatch Thieves Seen In KL Wielding Hand-Mounted Hooks Insights Jim Kem | May 07, 2015 There are a couple of pictures that’s been making the rounds on various social media sites recently that raised a few shocked eyebrows ...
Motorcycle Accidents Account For Highest Deaths On Kuala Lumpur Roads Auto News Jim Kem | November 16, 2015 This new statistic probably will not come as a surprise when compared with accident victims in cars in most cities, but for Kuala Lumpur at least, ...
Minimum Age For A Motorcycle License Should Be 21, not 16 - says CAP Auto News Jim Kem | July 09, 2015 The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) has expressed that it wants to urge the government to increase the minimum age for Malaysians to be ...
Watch This Video Before You Judge The Bikers On Federal Highway Insights Gokul | August 19, 2016 For the longest time, the motorcycle lane along the Federal Highway has remained a death trap.Those who have used the lane even from Petaling Jaya to ...