Rapid KL double-decker buses begin operations today
The Rapid KL double-decker bus, which can transport a total of 108 passengers at a time, will start operating today. Rapid KL CEO, Mohd Azam Omar, said initially only five buses will …
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Fewer RapidKL LRT trains from Sept 14 – Prasarana
There will be a reduction in train services for a period of two months, beginning September 14, The Star reports. Train operator Prasarana will be taking a few RapidKL trains off the …
KL-Singapore high-speed rail – details out by 2017
While it's known that a KL-Singapore high-speed rail (HSR) will in future connect the two cities, there are few details about the mega project other than the parties interested in developing the …
SPAD still evaluating northern KTM Komuter service
While Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTMB) is gearing up for the opening of its upcoming KTM Komuter Utara service – which could commence as soon as September – the Land Public Transport Commission …
KTM Komuter for northern states to be ready by Sept?
Those living in the northern part of West Malaysia such as Kedah, Penang and Perak may be pleased to know that a KTM Komuter train service for these states has been confirmed …
Taxi industry needs to prove its worth – SPAD
Following on a report that more and more taxi drivers are leaving the industry by the day for the likes of Uber and GrabCar, the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) has said …
Rawang bus routes handed over exclusively to SJ Bus
Beginning Sept 1, Metrobus will no longer operate along the Rawang, Selayang and Bukit Beruntung routes. The routes will be officially taken over by another bus operator that also runs within the …
More taxi drivers leaving for Uber, GrabCar – report
The times they are a-changin' indeed. According to a report by The Star, more and more taxi drivers are leaving the industry by the day. The key reasons include a falling number …
Bus commuters from Seremban, Klang And Rawang to get 30% discount on monthly passes – SPAD
Bus commuters from Seremban, Klang and Rawang will receive a 30% discount on bus fares from September 1 onwards, the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) has announced. The discount can be obtained …
Impounded Uber, GrabCar vehicle owners chased over outstanding car loans – report
https://www.facebook.com/SPAD.my/posts/1127014200645310 Operators of app-operated transportation services like Uber and GrabCar – whose privately-owned vehicles were impounded by the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) for running illegal taxi services, pending a court verdict …
MRT: Road closures and traffic plans for August 2015
Click to enlarge map MRT Corp has released updates on its traffic management plan for MRT construction along Persiaran Bandar Utama and the Sprint Highway. First, there will be a continuation of …
SPAD to clampdown on RM2 taxi service fee – report
The Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) is set to propose an amendment to the Land Public Transport Act 2010 to regulate ticketing counters for taxi services, theSun reports. The move follows complaints …
rapidPenang to expand services in northern states
According to a report by the New Straits Times, rapidPenang will be looking to expand its intercity bus services into several other regions in the northern states following positive feedback from commuters …
SPAD seizes 12 vehicles in latest clampdown on illegal taxis – Uber and GrabCar vehicles involved
https://www.facebook.com/SPAD.my/posts/1127014200645310 In its latest attempt to clampdown on illegal taxi operators, the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) revealed on its social media page that an operation conducted yesterday, entitled Ops Tegas, has …
New BRT fares “shocking”, likely to discourage users
Following on from the recent announcement of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) fares by the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD), the National Public Transport Users Association (4PAM) has voiced concern over the …
Gov’t to continue investing in public transport – PM
The government will continue spending to expand the coverage of the public transport network, Bernama reports. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak stated this following a visit yesterday to KL Sentral, …
Bus Rapid Transit on Federal Highway – good or not?
In June, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai proposed a new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line along the Federal Highway. The main aim is to ease congestion on the busy road …
KL City Grand Prix – extra trains to be added if need be
In the lead up to the inaugural KL City Grand Prix, due to take place from August 7 to 9, Prasarana Malaysia Berhad has assured the public that the firm is ready …
Illegal Rohingya-run taxi service to be probed by SPAD
Easy Taxi mobile e-hailing services pictured. The Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) will look into claims surrounding an illegal taxi service operated by Rohingya refugees, according to a report The Star. According …
SPAD reveals Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) fare structure
The Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) has announced that Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) fares for the Klang Valley have been approved by the Cabinet. The new fare structure begins with a basic …