New road transport law takes effect, illegal street racing now a specific offence

The Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2026, effective from October 16, introduces new measures to combat illegal street racing and 'tonto' syndicate activities that hinder enforcement efforts.

This legislation aims to enhance road safety, strengthen enforcement, and modernize the Road Transport Department's service delivery.

Key changes include Section 42A, which criminalizes racing on public roads and Section 110B, targeting 'tonto' activities, both with significant penalties.

Additional amendments focus on the digitalization of JPJ services and increased accountability for vehicle owners, with a gradual increase in maximum compound limits set for implementation in 2029.

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 16 — The Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2026, which amends the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), came into force today, introducing new provisions to curb illegal street racing and ‘tonto’ syndicate activities, as well as strengthen enforcement and the digitalisation of Road Transport Department (JPJ) services.

The Transport Ministry (MOT) said the Act, which contains 42 amendment clauses, was part of the government’s efforts to improve road safety, strengthen enforcement and modernise JPJ service delivery.

According to the ministry, one of the key changes is the introduction of Section 42A, which makes racing or testing speed on public roads a specific offence.

“This provision enables enforcement action to be taken without having to wait for an accident, injury or loss of life to occur,” MOT said in a statement today.

For a first conviction, offenders may be fined between RM2,000 and RM10,000, or jailed for up to two years, or both.

For a second or subsequent conviction, offenders may be fined between RM5,000 and RM20,000, or jailed for up to five years, or both.

MOT said the Act also introduces Section 110B to address ‘tonto’ syndicate activities that obstruct or interfere with enforcement operations, including tailing enforcement vehicles and relaying information about operations.

“Those convicted of the offence may be fined between RM10,000 and RM50,000, or jailed for between one and five years, or both. The offence is also categorised as an arrestable offence,” it said.

The ministry said other amendments strengthen the accountability of registered vehicle owners for offences detected by enforcement cameras, including automated enforcement systems.

“These amendments aim to close legal loopholes that could allow certain parties to evade responsibility for offences committed using their vehicles,” the ministry said.

MOT said the amendments also strengthen the legal basis for the use of electronic licences, documents, records and notices, while paving the way for digital accident reporting in accordance with prescribed procedures.

In addition, regulations governing the safety of electric vehicles, modified vehicles, vehicle components and micromobility vehicles have been strengthened.

“MOT believes that the implementation of the amendments to Act 333 will strengthen enforcement agencies’ ability to curb activities that endanger road safety, while making public services more convenient through the use of technology and digital services,” it said.

The ministry further said the increase in the maximum compound limit for compoundable offences from RM300 to RM500 would take effect on Jan 1, 2029, to allow sufficient transition time for road users.

“MOT wishes to clarify that the increase in the maximum compound limit does not mean that all traffic offences will automatically incur a RM500 compound. The amount offered is subject to the type of offence and the rules prescribed under Act 333.

“The measure aims to improve legal compliance and provide a more effective deterrent, rather than burdening the public or increasing government revenue,” the ministry stressed. — Bernama

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2026 年 10 月 16 日生效的《道路交通（修正）法》引入了新的措施，以打击非法街头赛车和阻碍执法工作的“通托”犯罪集团活动。

该立法旨在提高道路安全，加强执法力度，并使陆路运输署的服务现代化。

主要变化包括第 42A 条，该条将公共道路上的赛车行为定为犯罪；以及第 110B 条，该条针对“tonto”活动，这两项规定都将处以严厉的处罚。

其他修订重点在于 JPJ 服务的数字化和提高车主责任，并逐步提高最高罚款限额，计划于 2029 年实施。

布城，10 月 16 日讯——2026 年《道路交通（修正）法令》今日生效，该法令修正了 1987 年《道路交通法令》（第 333 号法令），引入了新的条款，以遏制非法街头赛车和“tonto”犯罪集团的活动，并加强执法力度和道路交通局 (JPJ) 服务的数字化。

交通部表示，该法案包含 42 项修正条款，是政府为改善道路安全、加强执法和实现陆路交通局服务现代化而采取的措施之一。

据交通部称，其中一项关键变化是引入了第 42A 条，该条规定在公共道路上飙车或测试速度属于特定违法行为。

“这项规定使得执法部门无需等到发生事故、受伤或死亡事件即可采取执法行动，”交通部今天在一份声明中表示。

初犯者可被处以 2,000 至 10,000 令吉的罚款，或监禁至多两年，或两者并罚。

对于第二次或后续的定罪，违法者可能被处以 5,000 至 20,000 令吉的罚款，或被判处最高五年监禁，或两者并罚。

交通部表示，该法案还引入了第 110B 条，以应对“tonto”犯罪集团阻碍或干扰执法行动的活动，包括尾随执法车辆和传递有关行动的信息。

“凡被判犯有此罪者，可被处以1万至5万令吉的罚款，或1至5年的监禁，或两者并罚。该罪行也被列为可逮捕罪行。”声明中写道。

该部门表示，其他修正案加强了登记车辆所有人对执法摄像头（包括自动执法系统）检测到的违法行为的责任。

该部表示：“这些修正案旨在堵住法律漏洞，防止某些人逃避对其车辆所犯罪行的责任。”

交通部表示，这些修正案还加强了使用电子许可证、文件、记录和通知的法律基础，同时为按照规定程序进行数字事故报告铺平了道路。

此外，有关电动汽车、改装汽车、汽车零部件和微型交通工具的安全法规也得到了加强。

“交通部认为，第333号法令修正案的实施将加强执法机构遏制危害道路安全活动的能力，同时通过技术和数字服务的运用使公共服务更加便捷。”该部门表示。

该部门进一步表示，将可和解违法行为的最高罚款限额从 300 令吉提高到 500 令吉，将于 2029 年 1 月 1 日生效，以便给道路使用者留出足够的过渡时间。

“交通部特此澄清，提高最高罚款限额并不意味着所有交通违章行为都会自动处以500令吉的罚款。罚款金额取决于违章类型和第333号法令规定的规则。”

该部门强调：“这项措施旨在提高法律遵从度，并提供更有效的威慑，而不是加重公众负担或增加政府收入。”——马新社

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