00:00Road safety experts have welcomed an MP's proposal for mandatory inspection of vehicles
00:07that are more than 15 years old, but said the policy must consider its impact on low-income
00:12car owners.
00:14The Brow MP, Jimmy Pua, recently proposed mandatory inspections for old cars before
00:19their road tax is renewed, and suggested cash incentives to encourage owners to scrap old
00:25cars.
00:26Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's Rosmi Ismail and Universiti Putra Malaysia's Loh Te Kwa
00:32acknowledged that ageing cars pose significant risks such as brake deterioration, rusted
00:37frames, outdated safety features and higher emissions.
00:41However, they said low-income Malaysians who rely on older vehicles for their daily commute
00:46and livelihood must not be disproportionately affected.
00:50Rosmi explained that these owners may not be able to afford higher charges imposed
00:55by Puspa.com or the three new inspection companies coming in, adding that owners should
01:00be allowed to keep cars over 20 years old if they are still in good condition.
01:05According to Puspa.com's website, vehicle inspection fees range from RM30 to RM90 depending
01:10on the type.
01:12Meanwhile, Loh proposed a phased rollout of the proposal and suggested insurers offer
01:16lower premiums or discounted policies for compliant vehicles.
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