Owners of 6,360 luxury vehicles, including Rolls-Royces, Bentleys, and Lamborghinis, owe the Road Transport Department (JPJ) more than RM35.7 million in unpaid road taxes, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook revealed today.
The defaulters include politicians, prominent business figures, and a “Tan Sri,” highlighting a significant compliance issue among high-profile vehicle owners.
Speaking at a press conference, Loke detailed the breakdown of the outstanding debts: 4,308 Porsches account for RM13.75 million, followed by 660 Bentleys with RM7.05 million, 345 Rolls-Royces with RM6.45 million, 675 Ferraris with RM4.71 million, and 372 Lamborghinis with RM3.76 million. “I will not disclose their names to avoid public shaming,” Loke said, emphasizing accountability over embarrassment.
“I urge these owners to fulfill their responsibilities by renewing their road tax. If these vehicles are still in use, they must have valid road tax and insurance.”
Loke revealed that the JPJ has intensified efforts to address the issue, having seized 400 luxury vehicles with expired road tax and insurance in recent months. However, some owners opt to pay a RM300 compound fine to retrieve their vehicles rather than settling the outstanding taxes. Warning of stricter measures if non-compliance persists, Loke described the announcement as an “early reminder” for owners to act promptly.
“While not all seizures have been publicized, this operation is ongoing,” Loke noted, underscoring the JPJ’s commitment to enforcing road tax compliance. He urged owners to renew their road tax to avoid further penalties, emphasizing that adherence to regulations ensures fairness and safety on Malaysia’s roads.
