Malaysians urged to speak up if they see foreign vehicles pumping subsidised RON95

Malaysians have been urged to immediately inform petrol station cashiers or forecourt staff if they see foreign vehicles filling up on the subsidised RON95 petrol, instead of merely standing by or taking pictures and videos.

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The Petroleum Dealers Association of Malaysia (PDAM) said station cashiers are empowered to promptly halt transactions by remotely deactivating the pump being used.

"The current laws do not penalise drivers of foreign-registered vehicles who intentionally buy subsidised fuel not intended for them," PDAM said in a statement on June 21.

"This creates a situation where these drivers continuously attempt to access the fuel, often covertly and at odd hours, making monitoring and prevention difficult for our staff.

"It is even more difficult when the transaction involves the purchase of RON95 at the pump using a debit or credit card," it added.