Kuala Lumpur: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has conducted inspections at 37 Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centres (PUSPAKOM) nationwide, resulting in the seizure of commercial vehicles that violated the Road Transport Act 1987.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli reported that since the Ops Khas PUSPAKOM began on December 31, a total of 21 vehicles have been impounded for offences. These violations included the use of fake Motor Vehicle Trade Licences (LPKM), expired road tax and insurance, and employing LPKM from another company.

Among the seized vehicles, JPJ discovered a lorry that had been approved by PUSPAKOM despite its physical condition not meeting safety standards. The vehicle was seized under Section 64(1) of the Act to prevent further violations, as stated by Aedy Fadly.

In response to these findings, Aedy Fadly mentioned that JPJ has formed a strategic partnership with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission to address misconduct related to vehicle inspection results at PUSPAKOM. He emphasized that JPJ will continue to enforce regulations in collaboration with other enforcement agencies.

The department remains committed to ensuring the safety of all road users and aims to minimize road accidents and fatalities, particularly those involving commercial vehicles. Ops Khas PUSPAKOM is implemented to ensure vehicle safety and curb technical violations in commercial vehicles before, during, or after periodic or preliminary inspections at PUSPAKOM.