New rules to clamp down on illegal overloading and unsafe commercial vehicle practices with JPJ enforcers now wearing bodycams and being armed.
Following the recent fatal incident involving the lorry with failed brakes colliding into other vehicles at a toll booth in Kajang, the Ministry of Transport (MOT), through the Road Transport Department (JPJ) has a renewed enforcement plan. This decisive push by Minister YB Anthony Loke is a critical step towards elevating road safety standards nationwide and restoring public trust in enforcement agencies.
Among the key measures announced to reinforce integrity and road safety are:
- Suspension and Revocation of High-Risk Operator Licenses: Companies that fail to comply with the law can face action, including the suspension or cancellation of their operating licenses. This bold move targets systemic non-compliance at the business level, ensuring accountability is prioritized over profit. The first offense remains punishable by a fine, but subsequent offenses will be met with a temporary business license suspension and then a permanent ban.
- Nationwide War on Commercial Vehicle Overloading: An integrated operation across the country commenced on October 14 and will run until December 31, 2025, specifically to combat commercial vehicles carrying excess loads. Overloading is a major safety hazard, and this operation is crucial for reducing road accidents and damage to infrastructure.
- Deployment of Body Worn Cameras (BWC): A total of 100 BWC units will be used by JPJ enforcement officers starting in November 2025. This technology is a direct measure to enhance integrity and transparency during enforcement, professionalizing interactions and providing clear, evidence-based records.
These steps firmly underscore MOT and JPJ’s commitment to professional, evidence-based enforcement with high integrity, aligning with the aspirations of the MADANI Government.
A Call for Public Support
While YB Anthony Loke and the JPJ are pushing this essential, integrity-driven transformation, Malaysian citizens must actively support this monumental shift. The public must be aware that many money-minded business owners who currently profit from bending the rules, such as commercial vehicle overloading, will likely attempt to make things difficult for enforcers through coercion, violent resistance or corruption. The success of this move for public safety and governmental integrity relies heavily on the full cooperation and unwavering support of all Malaysians against those who seek to undermine it. This is a battle for safer roads and a more transparent public service, and every citizen’s backing is invaluable.
Original Statement from MOT Translated from Bahasa Malaysia:
JPJ Reinforce Integrity & Road Safety
The Ministry of Transport (MOT) through the Road Transport Department (JPJ) remains committed to carrying out strict, effective, and high-integrity enforcement for the sake of road user safety and the transparency of public services.
Among the key steps announced:
- Suspension of Licenses & Permits for High-Risk Company Operators – Companies that fail to comply with the law can face action, including the suspension or cancellation of licenses.
- War on Commercial Vehicle Overloading – An integrated nationwide operation starting October 14 until December 31, 2025, to combat commercial vehicles carrying excess loads.
- Use of Body Worn Camera (BWC) – A total of 100 BWC units will be used by JPJ enforcement officers starting November 2025 to enhance integrity and transparency.
These measures assert MOT and JPJ’s commitment to implementing professional, evidence-based enforcement with high integrity, in line with the aspirations of the MADANI Government.
