Nearly two years after originally scheduled, the implementation of driving tests for vehicles with automatic transmissions will finally begin in April this year, reports Harian Metro.
The new Class D driving licence is part of a new driving education curriculum that will go into effect at the same time, which is said to encourage courteous and disciplined driving. It targets a wider audience, particularly women and the elderly, who have yet to obtain their licences.
The tests were postponed from the planned implementation date of May 2012 due to delays in the approval of the budget allocation to print new material that feature the new syllabus, as well as problems with the Road Transport Department’s (JPJ) much-maligned MySikap online system.
The automatic-only driving tests follow on the heels of another recent JPJ announcement concerning licences – earlier this week, Bernama reported that the MyLesen programme’s nationwide implementation was also scheduled to begin in April.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments expressed mixed opinions on the new auto-only driving license policy, with some viewing it as a positive step towards easing driving access for women and the elderly, promoting courtesy and discipline, and aligning with international standards. Others argued it could lead to less capable drivers and complacency, or suggested it might be a financial move by authorities. A number emphasized the importance of teaching driving ethics, defensive driving, and proper road behavior over simple technical skills. Several commenters highlighted the benefits of learning manual transmission for emergencies or versatility and criticized potential complacency or irresponsibility among auto drivers. Overall, the sentiment ranged from supportive of progressive licensing to concerns about road safety, with some advocating stricter training and skill emphasis regardless of transmission type.