SOP in the works to dispose of abandoned vehicles faster, says transport minister
Transport Minister Anthony Loke speaks to reporters during after chairing the National Transportation Council meeting at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre March 5, 2019. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
He said it is common to spot such abandoned vehicles or their remnants in residential or commercial areas, leading to numerous complaints from the public as they are an eyesore and attract unwanted attention. “They also have to spend money on renting depots to place the vehicles, purchase tow trucks to haul them there, and even place notices in the newspapers to that effect. Bear in mind, none of these generate any revenue for the local authorities,” Loke said.
“We are still working out the processes, but the proposal will see the vehicles disposed of in less than 33 days instead of a year.
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