Transport ministry looking to amend laws to combat “tyre rentals” used to manipulate vehicle inspections

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Transport ministry looking to amend laws to combat “tyre rentals” used to manipulate vehicle inspections

The transport ministry is considering amending existing laws to combat “tyre rentals” from being used to manipulate vehicle inspections, The Star reports. According to deputy transport minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah, heavy vehicles are allowed to fit new tyres for inspection but they must not switch back to old non-compliant tyres after passing. He added that his ministry is aware of syndicates (also known as “cosmetic agents”) that offer tyre …