The Road Transport Department (JPJ) recorded a total of 107,014 traffic offences during the Chinese New Year Special Operation 2025, which ran from January 20 to February 4. The operation involved the inspection of 429,423 vehicles, resulting in 724 seizures.
Expired road tax and the absence of valid vehicle insurance emerged as the most common violations, with 29,994 cases reported. This was followed by 20,414 instances of drivers operating vehicles without a valid licence and 15,610 technical infractions, including issues related to tyres and brakes.
JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli emphasised the importance of vehicle owners ensuring their vehicles are roadworthy before embarking on journeys. He noted that these offences pose risks not only to the drivers themselves but also to other road users.
A significant decline in the number of notices issued was observed compared to the previous year, when 207,127 notices were recorded. The reduction was attributed to enhanced enforcement efforts and increased public awareness regarding the risk of being caught for traffic violations. JPJ considers this shift a positive step towards reducing accidents and fatalities.
As part of the operation, a ban on goods vehicles was enforced on January 27-28 and February 1-2. However, some commercial vehicles failed to comply, leading to 21 detentions under Section 59 of the Road Transport Act 1987. Additionally, 140 JPJ P22 notices were issued for various other offences.
The operation was carried out in collaboration with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), PLUS Malaysia Berhad, and the National Anti-Drug Agency (NADA). Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to stringent enforcement measures to ensure road safety, particularly during festive seasons.
