Minimum 1.6 mm tread depth across entire tyre surface a must for all commercial vehicles - JPJ
JPJ Tightens the Screws: Tyre Tread Depth Now a Must for All Commercial Vehicles!
Salam sejahtera, fellow riders! JPJ is cracking down on safety again, this time focusing on commercial vehicles. Starting June 1st, stricter rules are in place for tyre tread depth, especially when you bawa barang.
According to Bernama, JPJ Director-General Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli says all commercial vehicles, including those carrying goods and public service vehicles (think buses and lorries), now need a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm ACROSS THE ENTIRE TYRE SURFACE. No more slippage!
Previously, they only required at least 75% of the tyre surface to meet this minimum. Sekarang, no excuses! If your vehicle doesn't pass this, siap lah, won't pass inspection.
"With the new stipulation, any commercial vehicle that fails to meet the requirement will not pass the vehicle inspection," says Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, JPJ Director-General.
More Than Just Tyres: Tipper Lorries Under Scrutiny
But wait, there's more! JPJ, together with Puspakom, is also going after tipper lorries with overloaded side boards. Make sure your side boards don't exceed the approved limit from APAD (Land Public Transport Agency).
If you're carrying special loads (fertiliser, coal, etc.), you'll need to show your commercial vehicle approval letter (STK) and permits during inspection. They want to make sure everything matches the approved specs.
JPJ is serious about this, aligning with a special body code for lorries carrying specific loads. So, make sure everything is according to the plan.
If you kena, you can either fix your permit with APAD or apply for a new technical plan from JPJ. Adjust your side board height to the required 762mm and go for re-inspection. Good luck!
"These improvements will enhance road safety, reduce the risk of accidents and ensure better compliance with existing regulations," explains Aedy.
What do you guys think? Is this a good move for road safety, or just another headache for commercial vehicle owners? Let us know in the comments below!
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