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Malaysia to Introduce Compensation Framework for Road Accident Victims Under New Transport Act Amendments

Malaysia's Transport Ministry is proposing amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 to establish a court-ordered compensation mechanism for road accident victims and their families, with stricter penalties for illegal racing activities.

By Azizah Rahman · 14 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Road Bully Sentenced: Jail Time, RM8,000 Fine and Five-Year Driving Ban

A motorist who made obscene gestures at a fellow driver in a widely-shared video has been convicted and faces a day in jail, an RM8,000 fine, and a five-year driving prohibition.

By Sarah Chen · 4 Jun 2026 · 1 min read