A Sin Chew Daily exclusive has revealed some details regarding the new system for the sale of subsidised diesel and petrol to eligible motorists that's set to begin in September for commercial vehicles and October or November for private vehicles.
Citing Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs ministry (KPDNKK) sources, the report indicates that under the new system, motorists with a monthly income of RM5,000 and below, and cars with engines displacing under 2.0 litres, would qualify for the full fuel subsidy allowance.
Those with a monthly income of RM5,000-10,000 are entitled to 300 litres' worth of petrol and diesel subsidies, and those with monthly incomes of over RM10,000 may not be able to enjoy any fuel subsidy at all. Also, foreign motorists and foreign cars will no longer be entitled to subsidised fuel.
The sources told Sin Chew Daily that the government is considering whether to upgrade the MyKad to include information on the bearer's eligibility to purchase subsidised fuel, or issue a special fuel card.
Motorists would likely have to register with JPJ and provide relevant details, such as personal or corporate tax information, to collect this card. According to the source, the card could contain information such as the bearer's name, address and monthly fuel quota. It would need to be swiped at petrol stations before filling up.
If a motorist has exceeded his/her fuel allowance for the month, he/she would have to purchase the (additional) fuel at market price, the source said, adding that the cards would also help the government trace motorists' fuel spending.
However, all this has yet to be finalised, and KPDNKK is still exploring recommendations from relevant industries, the report says.
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