JPJ Pahang issues 28 notices in crackdown on modified commercial vehicles

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JPJ Pahang issued 28 notices during an enforcement operation against commercial vehicles that were modified outside approved specifications. Officers also detected unsafe accessories and exhaust systems that did not meet requirements.

KUANTAN — JPJ Pahang carried out an enforcement operation targeting commercial vehicles that were modified without meeting the required specifications and regulations. The operation was held around Kuantan on Saturday, focusing on vehicles used for trade and business purposes.

According to the report, officers inspected vehicles along Jalan Pintasan Kuantan and the Gebeng–Gambang route. Among the offences detected were dangerous accessories fitted to vehicles and exhaust systems that did not follow the required specification.

Action was also taken against drivers or owners who failed to maintain their exhaust systems properly. JPJ said this forms part of its effort to curb unsafe modifications that can affect road safety.

A total of 28 notices were issued during the operation. The report did not state whether any vehicles were seized.

What it means for you: Workshops and commercial vehicle owners in Malaysia should make sure any accessories or exhaust changes follow JPJ requirements before sending vehicles on the road.

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